Henry Ford Elementary vs Sierra Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 171 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henry Ford Elementary
Redwood City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
445 students
Sierra Elementary
Rocklin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
445 students
| Measure | Henry Ford Elementary Redwood City, California | Sierra Elementary Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2416 of 5,693 | #626 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30877 of 50,301 | #9009 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 445 | 445 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 445 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.1% | 21.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 20.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 64% |
| city | Redwood City | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.4 vs 41.6).
- •Sierra Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 42%).
- •Sierra Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 52%).
- •Sierra Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.3% vs 66.1%).
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 Henry Ford Elementary better than Sierra Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Elementary ranks higher (73.4 vs 41.6 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 Henry Ford Elementary and Sierra Elementary?
About 171 km in a straight line, between Redwood City and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henry Ford Elementary: 445. Sierra Elementary: 445. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henry Ford Elementary and Sierra Elementary rank in California?
Henry Ford Elementary is 2416th of 5,693 and Sierra Elementary is 626th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).