Elk Grove Elementary vs Joseph Kerr Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elk Grove Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
839 students
Joseph Kerr Middle
Elk Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
877 students
| Measure | Elk Grove Elementary Elk Grove, California | Joseph Kerr Middle Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1746 of 5,693 | #370 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #23095 of 50,301 | #6848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 839 | 877 |
| Enrollment | 839 | 877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.4% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 49% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (52.9 vs 53.7).
- •Elk Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •Elk Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 50.4%).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 25.4).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle is the larger school with 877 students compared with 839.
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 Elk Grove Elementary better than Joseph Kerr Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Elk Grove Elementary and Joseph Kerr Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elk Grove Elementary: 839. Joseph Kerr Middle: 877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elk Grove Elementary and Joseph Kerr Middle rank in California?
Elk Grove Elementary is 1746th of 5,693 and Joseph Kerr Middle is 370th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).