Irene B. West Elementary vs Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Irene B. West Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
1,063 students
Valley High
Sacramento · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,622 students
| Measure | Irene B. West Elementary Elk Grove, California | Valley High Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2136 of 5,693 | #1015 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #28042 of 50,301 | #14584 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,063 | 1,622 |
| Enrollment | 1,063 | 1,622 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73% | 78.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 21% |
| city | Elk Grove | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Irene B. West Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.8 vs 24.0).
- •Irene B. West Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 21%).
- •Irene B. West Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 44%).
- •Irene B. West Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 78.5%).
- •Valley High does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 23.6).
- •Valley High is the larger school with 1,622 students compared with 1,063.
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 Irene B. West Elementary better than Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Irene B. West Elementary ranks higher (45.8 vs 24.0 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 Irene B. West Elementary and Valley High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Irene B. West Elementary: 1,063. Valley High: 1,622. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Irene B. West Elementary and Valley High rank in California?
Irene B. West Elementary is 2136th of 5,693 and Valley High is 1015th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).