Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary vs Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
722 students
Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle
Merced · Public middle · Grades 7–8
624 students
| Measure | Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary Merced, California | Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2084 of 5,693 | #642 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #27376 of 50,301 | #11074 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 722 | 624 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 624 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 58.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 31.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 29% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 34.0).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 29%).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 48%).
- •Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.5% vs 59.6%).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 31.2).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary is the larger school with 722 students compared with 624.
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 Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary better than Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary ranks higher (46.7 vs 34.0 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 Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary and Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary: 722. Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle: 624. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary and Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle rank in California?
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary is 2084th of 5,693 and Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle is 642nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).