James Monroe Elementary vs Northwest Prep Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Monroe Elementary
Santa Rosa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
Northwest Prep Charter
Santa Rosa · Charter other · Grades K–12
138 students
| Measure | James Monroe Elementary Santa Rosa, California | Northwest Prep Charter Santa Rosa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #5150 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #48294 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 315 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 19.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 34.5% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 5% |
| city | Santa Rosa | Santa Rosa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Monroe Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 5%).
- •Northwest Prep Charter does better on reading proficiency (34.5% vs 26%).
- •Northwest Prep Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 86.3%).
- •Northwest Prep Charter does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 24.2).
- •James Monroe Elementary is the larger school with 315 students compared with 138.
- •James Monroe Elementary is a public school while Northwest Prep Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 James Monroe Elementary better than Northwest Prep Charter?
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 James Monroe Elementary and Northwest Prep Charter?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Santa Rosa and Santa Rosa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Elementary: 315. Northwest Prep Charter: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Elementary and Northwest Prep Charter rank in California?
James Monroe Elementary is 5150th of 5,693 and Northwest Prep Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).