Elkhorn vs Podesta Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 961 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elkhorn
Stockton ยท Public middle ยท Grades 4โ8
263 students
Podesta Ranch Elementary
Stockton ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ6
406 students
| Measure | Elkhorn Stockton, California | Podesta Ranch Elementary Stockton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #113 of 1,334 | #2184 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1988 of 15,369 | #28568 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4โ8 | Grades Kโ6 |
| Students | 263 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.5% | 55.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 97% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 94% | 44% |
| city | Stockton | Stockton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขElkhorn scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.0 vs 45.1).
- โขElkhorn does better on math proficiency (94% vs 44%).
- โขElkhorn does better on reading proficiency (97% vs 52%).
- โขElkhorn does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.5% vs 55.7%).
- โขPodesta Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 26.3).
- โขPodesta Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 263.
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 Elkhorn better than Podesta Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Elkhorn ranks higher (77.0 vs 45.1 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 Elkhorn and Podesta Ranch Elementary?
About 961 m in a straight line, between Stockton and Stockton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elkhorn: 263. Podesta Ranch Elementary: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elkhorn and Podesta Ranch Elementary rank in California?
Elkhorn is 113th of 1,334 and Podesta Ranch Elementary is 2184th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).