Glorietta Elementary vs Sierra Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glorietta Elementary
Orinda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
445 students
Sierra Elementary
Rocklin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
445 students
| Measure | Glorietta Elementary Orinda, California | Sierra Elementary Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #45 of 5,693 | #626 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2481 of 50,301 | #9009 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.8% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 64% |
| city | Orinda | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Glorietta Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.9 vs 73.4).
- •Glorietta Elementary does better on math proficiency (88% vs 64%).
- •Glorietta Elementary does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 73%).
- •Glorietta Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 21.3%).
- •Sierra Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 23.4).
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 Glorietta Elementary better than Sierra Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Glorietta Elementary ranks higher (84.9 vs 73.4 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 Glorietta Elementary and Sierra Elementary?
About 130 km in a straight line, between Orinda and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glorietta Elementary: 445. Sierra Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glorietta Elementary and Sierra Elementary rank in California?
Glorietta Elementary is 45th of 5,693 and Sierra Elementary is 626th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).