Joseph Sims Elementary vs Nicolas Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 668 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph Sims Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
691 students
Nicolas Valley Elementary
Temecula · Public elementary · Grades K–5
691 students
| Measure | Joseph Sims Elementary Elk Grove, California | Nicolas Valley Elementary Temecula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1719 of 5,693 | #1188 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #22637 of 50,301 | #15807 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 691 | 691 |
| Enrollment | 691 | 691 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 45.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 59% |
| city | Elk Grove | Temecula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nicolas Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.5 vs 53.6).
- •Nicolas Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 53%).
- •Nicolas Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 56%).
- •Nicolas Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.4% vs 48.9%).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.0).
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 Joseph Sims Elementary better than Nicolas Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nicolas Valley Elementary ranks higher (63.5 vs 53.6 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 Joseph Sims Elementary and Nicolas Valley Elementary?
About 668 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Temecula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Sims Elementary: 691. Nicolas Valley Elementary: 691. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Sims Elementary and Nicolas Valley Elementary rank in California?
Joseph Sims Elementary is 1719th of 5,693 and Nicolas Valley Elementary is 1188th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).