Franklin Elementary vs Sherman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
Sherman Elementary
San Francisco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Alameda, California | Sherman Elementary San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #865 of 5,693 | #1070 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11861 of 50,301 | #14292 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 291 | 291 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 291 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 38.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 62% |
| city | Alameda | San Francisco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 65.8).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 38.1%).
- •Sherman Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 26.5).
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 Franklin Elementary better than Sherman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (69.2 vs 65.8 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 Franklin Elementary and Sherman Elementary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Alameda and San Francisco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 291. Sherman Elementary: 291. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Sherman Elementary rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 865th of 5,693 and Sherman Elementary is 1070th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).