Helen M. Lehman Elementary vs James Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helen M. Lehman Elementary
Santa Rosa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
373 students
James Monroe Elementary
Santa Rosa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
| Measure | Helen M. Lehman Elementary Santa Rosa, California | James Monroe Elementary Santa Rosa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5550 of 5,693 | #5150 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49724 of 50,301 | #48294 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 373 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 24% |
| city | Santa Rosa | Santa Rosa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Monroe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.5 vs 8.9).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 18%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 19%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.3% vs 90.3%).
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 24.9).
- •Helen M. Lehman Elementary is the larger school with 373 students compared with 315.
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 Helen M. Lehman Elementary better than James Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Monroe Elementary ranks higher (13.5 vs 8.9 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 Helen M. Lehman Elementary and James Monroe Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Santa Rosa and Santa Rosa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary: 373. James Monroe Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helen M. Lehman Elementary and James Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Helen M. Lehman Elementary is 5550th of 5,693 and James Monroe Elementary is 5150th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).