Golden West Elementary vs Sierra High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.1 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
Sierra High
Manteca · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,670 students
| Measure | Golden West Elementary Manteca, California | Sierra High Manteca, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4134 of 5,693 | #659 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43580 of 50,301 | #11754 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 591 | 1,670 |
| Enrollment | 591 | 1,670 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.2% | 55.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 24% |
| city | Manteca | Manteca |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.9 vs 22.0).
- •Sierra High does better on math proficiency (24% vs 23%).
- •Sierra High does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 36%).
- •Sierra High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.9% vs 71.2%).
- •Golden West Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 22.9).
- •Sierra High is the larger school with 1,670 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 Sierra High?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra High ranks higher (36.9 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 Sierra High?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Manteca and Manteca in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden West Elementary: 591. Sierra High: 1,670. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden West Elementary and Sierra High rank in California?
Golden West Elementary is 4134th of 5,693 and Sierra High is 659th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).