John Ehrhardt Elementary vs Joseph Sims Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Ehrhardt Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
827 students
Joseph Sims Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
691 students
| Measure | John Ehrhardt Elementary Elk Grove, California | Joseph Sims Elementary Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2669 of 5,693 | #1719 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33022 of 50,301 | #22637 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 827 | 691 |
| Enrollment | 827 | 691 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.5% | 48.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 53% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph Sims Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.6 vs 38.4).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 41%).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 52%).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.9% vs 70.5%).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.6).
- •John Ehrhardt Elementary is the larger school with 827 students compared with 691.
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 Ehrhardt Elementary better than Joseph Sims Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph Sims Elementary ranks higher (53.6 vs 38.4 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 John Ehrhardt Elementary and Joseph Sims Elementary?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Ehrhardt Elementary: 827. Joseph Sims Elementary: 691. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Ehrhardt Elementary and Joseph Sims Elementary rank in California?
John Ehrhardt Elementary is 2669th of 5,693 and Joseph Sims Elementary is 1719th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).