Jefferson vs Sundance Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 662 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–8
735 students
Sundance Elementary
Beaumont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
735 students
| Measure | Jefferson Sacramento, California | Sundance Elementary Beaumont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4515 of 5,693 | #2506 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45595 of 50,301 | #31694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 735 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 74.3% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 45% |
| city | Sacramento | Beaumont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sundance Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.4 vs 18.8).
- •Sundance Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 28%).
- •Sundance Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 30%).
- •Sundance Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.3% vs 78.6%).
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 Jefferson better than Sundance Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sundance Elementary ranks higher (40.4 vs 18.8 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 Jefferson and Sundance Elementary?
About 662 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Beaumont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson: 735. Sundance Elementary: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson and Sundance Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson is 4515th of 5,693 and Sundance Elementary is 2506th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).