Gardner Elementary vs Sunrise Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 495 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gardner Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
Sunrise Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–6
385 students
| Measure | Gardner Elementary San Jose, California | Sunrise Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4197 of 5,693 | #3953 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43896 of 50,301 | #42593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 385 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 18.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 37% |
| city | San Jose | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunrise Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.6 vs 21.5).
- •Sunrise Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 22%).
- •Sunrise Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Gardner Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 97.4%).
- •Sunrise Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 19.3).
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 Gardner Elementary better than Sunrise Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sunrise Elementary ranks higher (23.6 vs 21.5 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 Gardner Elementary and Sunrise Elementary?
About 495 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gardner Elementary: 385. Sunrise Elementary: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gardner Elementary and Sunrise Elementary rank in California?
Gardner Elementary is 4197th of 5,693 and Sunrise Elementary is 3953rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).