John A. Rowland High vs Shelyn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 786 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John A. Rowland High
Rowland Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,016 students
Shelyn Elementary
Rowland Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
| Measure | John A. Rowland High Rowland Heights, California | Shelyn Elementary Rowland Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #366 of 1,343 | #1825 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7954 of 16,910 | #24293 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,016 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 2,016 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.1% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 60% |
| city | Rowland Heights | Rowland Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (51.6 vs 51.3).
- •Shelyn Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 51%).
- •John A. Rowland High does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 53%).
- •Shelyn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 68.1%).
- •Shelyn Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 24.6).
- •John A. Rowland High is the larger school with 2,016 students compared with 508.
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 John A. Rowland High better than Shelyn 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 John A. Rowland High and Shelyn Elementary?
About 786 m in a straight line, between Rowland Heights and Rowland Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John A. Rowland High: 2,016. Shelyn Elementary: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John A. Rowland High and Shelyn Elementary rank in California?
John A. Rowland High is 366th of 1,343 and Shelyn Elementary is 1825th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).