Jack Northrop Elementary vs Walter M. Brown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 402 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Northrop Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
645 students
Walter M. Brown Elementary
Turlock · Public elementary · Grades K–6
645 students
| Measure | Jack Northrop Elementary Lancaster, California | Walter M. Brown Elementary Turlock, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4590 of 5,693 | #4486 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45918 of 50,301 | #45424 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 645 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 72.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 21% |
| city | Lancaster | Turlock |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.3 vs 19.1).
- •Jack Northrop Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •Jack Northrop Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Walter M. Brown Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.9% vs 89.3%).
- •Walter M. Brown Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.8).
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 Jack Northrop Elementary better than Walter M. Brown Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jack Northrop Elementary and Walter M. Brown Elementary?
About 402 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Turlock in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Northrop Elementary: 645. Walter M. Brown Elementary: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Northrop Elementary and Walter M. Brown Elementary rank in California?
Jack Northrop Elementary is 4590th of 5,693 and Walter M. Brown Elementary is 4486th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).