Golden West Elementary vs Joshua Cowell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden West Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
591 students
Joshua Cowell Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
702 students
| Measure | Golden West Elementary Manteca, California | Joshua Cowell Elementary Manteca, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4134 of 5,693 | #3229 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43580 of 50,301 | #37805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 591 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 24% |
| city | Manteca | Manteca |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 22.0).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 23%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 36%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 71.2%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 22.7).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary is the larger school with 702 students compared with 591.
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 West Elementary better than Joshua Cowell Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joshua Cowell Elementary ranks higher (31.1 vs 22.0 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 West Elementary and Joshua Cowell Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Manteca and Manteca in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden West Elementary: 591. Joshua Cowell Elementary: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden West Elementary and Joshua Cowell Elementary rank in California?
Golden West Elementary is 4134th of 5,693 and Joshua Cowell Elementary is 3229th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).