John Muir Elementary vs Proctor Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 148 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
613 students
Proctor Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
| Measure | John Muir Elementary Merced, California | Proctor Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4509 of 5,693 | #599 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45528 of 50,301 | #8536 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 613 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 613 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 30.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.7 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 76% |
| city | Merced | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Proctor Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.1 vs 18.9).
- •Proctor Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 23%).
- •Proctor Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 40%).
- •Proctor Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.2% vs 88.6%).
- •Proctor Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 26.7).
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 Proctor Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Proctor Elementary ranks higher (74.1 vs 18.9 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 Proctor Elementary?
About 148 km in a straight line, between Merced and Castro Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir Elementary: 613. Proctor Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir Elementary and Proctor Elementary rank in California?
John Muir Elementary is 4509th of 5,693 and Proctor Elementary is 599th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).