Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary vs Paul Rogers Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 781 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary
Colton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
608 students
Paul Rogers Elementary
Colton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
602 students
| Measure | Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton, California | Paul Rogers Elementary Colton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4339 of 5,693 | #4448 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44645 of 50,301 | #45174 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 608 | 602 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 602 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77% | 92.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| city | Colton | Colton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (20.3 vs 19.5).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Paul Rogers Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 29%).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77% vs 92.4%).
- •Paul Rogers Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 25.3).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary is the larger school with 608 students compared with 602.
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 Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary better than Paul Rogers Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary and Paul Rogers Elementary?
About 781 m in a straight line, between Colton and Colton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary: 608. Paul Rogers Elementary: 602. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary and Paul Rogers Elementary rank in California?
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary is 4339th of 5,693 and Paul Rogers Elementary is 4448th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).