Dunham Elementary 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 Elementary
Petaluma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
9 students
Gravenstein First
Sebastopol · Public elementary · Grades 1–1
37 students
| Measure | Dunham Elementary Petaluma, California | Gravenstein First Sebastopol, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 1–1 |
| Students | 9 | 37 |
| Enrollment | 9 | 37 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | – | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | – |
| Math proficiency | 75% | – |
| city | Petaluma | Sebastopol |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dunham Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (86.0 vs 69.7).
- •Gravenstein First does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 33.3%).
- •Gravenstein First is the larger school with 37 students compared with 9.
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 Elementary better than Gravenstein First?
On the Success Index (US), Dunham Elementary ranks higher (86.0 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 Elementary and Gravenstein First?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Petaluma and Sebastopol in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dunham Elementary: 9. Gravenstein First: 37. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dunham Elementary and Gravenstein First rank in California?
Dunham Elementary is unranked and Gravenstein First is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).