Edna Batey Elementary vs Joseph Kerr Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edna Batey Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
786 students
Joseph Kerr Middle
Elk Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
877 students
| Measure | Edna Batey Elementary Elk Grove, California | Joseph Kerr Middle Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1349 of 5,693 | #370 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #18040 of 50,301 | #6848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 786 | 877 |
| Enrollment | 786 | 877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.5% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 49% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edna Batey Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (60.2 vs 53.7).
- •Edna Batey Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Edna Batey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 55%).
- •Edna Batey Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.5% vs 46.8%).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.8).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle is the larger school with 877 students compared with 786.
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 Edna Batey Elementary better than Joseph Kerr Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Edna Batey Elementary ranks higher (60.2 vs 53.7 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 Edna Batey Elementary and Joseph Kerr Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edna Batey Elementary: 786. Joseph Kerr Middle: 877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edna Batey Elementary and Joseph Kerr Middle rank in California?
Edna Batey Elementary is 1349th of 5,693 and Joseph Kerr Middle is 370th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).