Glenwood Elementary vs Higher Learning Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glenwood Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
481 students
Higher Learning Academy
Sacramento · Charter other · Grades K–12
519 students
| Measure | Glenwood Elementary Sacramento, California | Higher Learning Academy Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4949 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #47578 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 481 | 519 |
| Enrollment | 481 | 519 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.7% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 34.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 17% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glenwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 17%).
- •Glenwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •Higher Learning Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 81.7%).
- •Glenwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 34.6).
- •Higher Learning Academy is the larger school with 519 students compared with 481.
- •Glenwood Elementary is a public school while Higher Learning Academy 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 Glenwood Elementary better than Higher Learning Academy?
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 Glenwood Elementary and Higher Learning Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glenwood Elementary: 481. Higher Learning Academy: 519. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glenwood Elementary and Higher Learning Academy rank in California?
Glenwood Elementary is 4949th of 5,693 and Higher Learning Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).