Emma C. Smith Elementary vs Sunset Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma C. Smith Elementary
Livermore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
648 students
Sunset Elementary
Livermore · Public elementary · Grades K–5
759 students
| Measure | Emma C. Smith Elementary Livermore, California | Sunset Elementary Livermore, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #323 of 5,693 | #370 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5414 of 50,301 | #5994 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 648 | 759 |
| Enrollment | 648 | 759 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 4.6% | 7.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 69% |
| city | Livermore | Livermore |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.2 vs 78.3).
- •Emma C. Smith Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 69%).
- •Sunset Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 75%).
- •Emma C. Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (4.6% vs 7.6%).
- •Emma C. Smith Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 23.7).
- •Sunset Elementary is the larger school with 759 students compared with 648.
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 Emma C. Smith Elementary better than Sunset Elementary?
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 Emma C. Smith Elementary and Sunset Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Livermore and Livermore in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma C. Smith Elementary: 648. Sunset Elementary: 759. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma C. Smith Elementary and Sunset Elementary rank in California?
Emma C. Smith Elementary is 323rd of 5,693 and Sunset Elementary is 370th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).