Dunham Charter vs Gravenstein First
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dunham Charter
Petaluma · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
166 students
Gravenstein First
Sebastopol · Public elementary · Grades 1–1
37 students
| Measure | Dunham Charter Petaluma, California | Gravenstein First Sebastopol, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #661 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #9431 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 1–1 |
| Students | 166 | 37 |
| Enrollment | 166 | 37 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.1% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 62% | – |
| city | Petaluma | Sebastopol |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunham Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.7 vs 69.7).
- •Gravenstein First does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 27.1%).
- •Gravenstein First does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.7).
- •Dunham Charter is the larger school with 166 students compared with 37.
- •Dunham Charter is a charter school while Gravenstein First is a public 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 Dunham Charter better than Gravenstein First?
On the Success Index (US), Dunham Charter ranks higher (72.7 vs 69.7 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 Dunham Charter and Gravenstein First?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Petaluma and Sebastopol in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunham Charter: 166. Gravenstein First: 37. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunham Charter and Gravenstein First rank in California?
Dunham Charter is 661st of 5,693 and Gravenstein First is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).