Glenshire Elementary vs Sierra Expeditionary Learning
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenshire Elementary
Truckee · Public elementary · Grades K–5
499 students
Sierra Expeditionary Learning
Truckee · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
216 students
| Measure | Glenshire Elementary Truckee, California | Sierra Expeditionary Learning Truckee, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #505 of 5,693 | #437 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7441 of 50,301 | #6666 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 499 | 216 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 216 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.2% | 20.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| city | Truckee | Truckee |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Expeditionary Learning scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.1 vs 75.8).
- •Glenshire Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 72%).
- •Glenshire Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.2% vs 20.4%).
- •Sierra Expeditionary Learning does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 25.0).
- •Glenshire Elementary is the larger school with 499 students compared with 216.
- •Glenshire Elementary is a public school while Sierra Expeditionary Learning is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Glenshire Elementary better than Sierra Expeditionary Learning?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Expeditionary Learning ranks higher (77.1 vs 75.8 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 Glenshire Elementary and Sierra Expeditionary Learning?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Truckee and Truckee in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenshire Elementary: 499. Sierra Expeditionary Learning: 216. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenshire Elementary and Sierra Expeditionary Learning rank in California?
Glenshire Elementary is 505th of 5,693 and Sierra Expeditionary Learning is 437th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).