Foothill High vs North Cow Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill High
Palo Cedro · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,487 students
North Cow Creek Elementary
Palo Cedro · Public elementary · Grades K–8
270 students
| Measure | Foothill High Palo Cedro, California | North Cow Creek Elementary Palo Cedro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #287 of 1,343 | #1108 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6630 of 16,910 | #14805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 1,487 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 1,487 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| city | Palo Cedro | Palo Cedro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Cow Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 56.7).
- •Foothill High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 57%).
- •North Cow Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 45%).
- •Foothill High is the larger school with 1,487 students compared with 270.
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 Foothill High better than North Cow Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Cow Creek Elementary ranks higher (65.0 vs 56.7 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 Foothill High and North Cow Creek Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Palo Cedro and Palo Cedro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill High: 1,487. North Cow Creek Elementary: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill High and North Cow Creek Elementary rank in California?
Foothill High is 287th of 1,343 and North Cow Creek Elementary is 1108th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).