John Muir Elementary vs John Swett Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir Elementary
Martinez · Public elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
John Swett Elementary
Martinez · Public elementary · Grades K–5
533 students
| Measure | John Muir Elementary Martinez, California | John Swett Elementary Martinez, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2007 of 5,693 | #997 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #26431 of 50,301 | #13495 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 533 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 533 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 22.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 58% |
| city | Martinez | Martinez |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Swett Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.9 vs 48.1).
- •John Swett Elementary does better on math proficiency (58% vs 43%).
- •John Swett Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 49%).
- •John Swett Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.5% vs 38.3%).
- •John Muir Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.2).
- •John Swett Elementary is the larger school with 533 students compared with 423.
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 Muir Elementary better than John Swett Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John Swett Elementary ranks higher (66.9 vs 48.1 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 Muir Elementary and John Swett Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Martinez and Martinez in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir Elementary: 423. John Swett Elementary: 533. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir Elementary and John Swett Elementary rank in California?
John Muir Elementary is 2007th of 5,693 and John Swett Elementary is 997th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).