Grovecenter Elementary vs James Franklin Smith Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 500 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Grovecenter Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–5
595 students
James Franklin Smith Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
595 students
| Measure | Grovecenter Elementary West Covina, California | James Franklin Smith Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #2202 of 5,693 | #234 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28793 of 50,301 | #4537 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 595 | 595 |
| Enrollment | 595 | 595 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.3% | 10.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 77% |
| city | West Covina | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Franklin Smith Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.8 vs 44.7).
- •James Franklin Smith Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 48%).
- •James Franklin Smith Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 61%).
- •James Franklin Smith Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.1% vs 78.3%).
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 Grovecenter Elementary better than James Franklin Smith Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Franklin Smith Elementary ranks higher (80.8 vs 44.7 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 Grovecenter Elementary and James Franklin Smith Elementary?
About 500 km in a straight line, between West Covina and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Grovecenter Elementary: 595. James Franklin Smith Elementary: 595. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Grovecenter Elementary and James Franklin Smith Elementary rank in California?
Grovecenter Elementary is 2202nd of 5,693 and James Franklin Smith Elementary is 234th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).