Durham Elementary vs Sherwood Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Durham Elementary
Durham · Public elementary · Grades K–5
495 students
Sherwood Montessori
Chico · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
116 students
| Measure | Durham Elementary Durham, California | Sherwood Montessori Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1932 of 5,693 | #3304 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25426 of 50,301 | #38358 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 495 | 116 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.4% | 44.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 17% |
| city | Durham | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Durham Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 30.3).
- •Durham Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 17%).
- •Durham Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 32%).
- •Durham Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 44.8%).
- •Sherwood Montessori does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 23.6).
- •Durham Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 116.
- •Durham Elementary is a public school while Sherwood Montessori is a charter 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 Durham Elementary better than Sherwood Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Durham Elementary ranks higher (49.6 vs 30.3 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 Durham Elementary and Sherwood Montessori?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Durham and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Durham Elementary: 495. Sherwood Montessori: 116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Durham Elementary and Sherwood Montessori rank in California?
Durham Elementary is 1932nd of 5,693 and Sherwood Montessori is 3304th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).