Edward M. Downer Elementary vs Grant Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward M. Downer Elementary
San Pablo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
388 students
Grant Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
551 students
| Measure | Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo, California | Grant Elementary Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5589 of 5,693 | #5192 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49835 of 50,301 | #48424 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 388 | 551 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 73.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 9% |
| city | San Pablo | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grant Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.2 vs 8.3).
- •Edward M. Downer Elementary does better on math proficiency (16% vs 9%).
- •Edward M. Downer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Grant Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.7% vs 96.1%).
- •Grant Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.8).
- •Grant Elementary is the larger school with 551 students compared with 388.
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 Edward M. Downer Elementary better than Grant Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Grant Elementary ranks higher (13.2 vs 8.3 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 Edward M. Downer Elementary and Grant Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Pablo and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward M. Downer Elementary: 388. Grant Elementary: 551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward M. Downer Elementary and Grant Elementary rank in California?
Edward M. Downer Elementary is 5589th of 5,693 and Grant Elementary is 5192nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).