Dickson Elementary vs Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 279 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickson Elementary
Chino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
566 students
Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley
Chino · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
305 students
| Measure | Dickson Elementary Chino, California | Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley Chino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4315 of 5,693 | #2220 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44513 of 50,301 | #28957 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 566 | 305 |
| Enrollment | 566 | 305 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Chino | Chino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.5 vs 20.5).
- •Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.2% vs 88%).
- •Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.6).
- •Dickson Elementary is the larger school with 566 students compared with 305.
- •Dickson Elementary is a public school while Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dickson Elementary better than Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley ranks higher (44.5 vs 20.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dickson Elementary and Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley?
About 279 m in a straight line, between Chino and Chino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickson Elementary: 566. Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley: 305. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickson Elementary and Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley rank in California?
Dickson Elementary is 4315th of 5,693 and Sycamore Academy of Science and Cultural Arts - Chino Valley is 2220th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).