James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary vs Parkview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 130 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
406 students
Parkview Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
| Measure | James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary Sacramento, California | Parkview Elementary Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1400 of 5,693 | #1385 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18652 of 50,301 | #18540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 406 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 55% |
| city | Sacramento | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (59.3 vs 59.5).
- •James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 55%).
- •James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 62%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 48.3%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 25.4).
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 R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary better than Parkview 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 James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary and Parkview Elementary?
About 130 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary: 406. Parkview Elementary: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary and Parkview Elementary rank in California?
James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary is 1400th of 5,693 and Parkview Elementary is 1385th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).