Ducor Union Elementary vs Palomares Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 333 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ducor Union Elementary
Ducor · Public elementary · Grades K–8
136 students
Palomares Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
135 students
| Measure | Ducor Union Elementary Ducor, California | Palomares Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4811 of 5,693 | #635 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46954 of 50,301 | #9129 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 136 | 135 |
| Enrollment | 136 | 135 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 2.5% | 72% |
| city | Ducor | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palomares Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.2 vs 16.3).
- •Palomares Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 2.5%).
- •Palomares Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 17%).
- •Palomares Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.3% vs 77.2%).
- •Ducor Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 22.5).
- •Ducor Union Elementary is the larger school with 136 students compared with 135.
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 Ducor Union Elementary better than Palomares Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palomares Elementary ranks higher (73.2 vs 16.3 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 Ducor Union Elementary and Palomares Elementary?
About 333 km in a straight line, between Ducor and Castro Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ducor Union Elementary: 136. Palomares Elementary: 135. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ducor Union Elementary and Palomares Elementary rank in California?
Ducor Union Elementary is 4811th of 5,693 and Palomares Elementary is 635th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).