Golden Empire Elementary vs Sequoia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Empire Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
438 students
Sequoia Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
408 students
| Measure | Golden Empire Elementary Sacramento, California | Sequoia Elementary Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2415 of 5,693 | #2580 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30874 of 50,301 | #32214 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 438 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.3% | 63.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 46% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Empire Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.6 vs 39.6).
- •Sequoia Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 40%).
- •Golden Empire Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 44%).
- •Golden Empire Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.3% vs 63.7%).
- •Sequoia Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 23.1).
- •Golden Empire Elementary is the larger school with 438 students compared with 408.
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 Golden Empire Elementary better than Sequoia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Empire Elementary ranks higher (41.6 vs 39.6 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 Golden Empire Elementary and Sequoia Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Empire Elementary: 438. Sequoia Elementary: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Empire Elementary and Sequoia Elementary rank in California?
Golden Empire Elementary is 2415th of 5,693 and Sequoia Elementary is 2580th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).