Joseph Sims Elementary vs Stone Lake Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 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
Stone Lake Elementary
Elk Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
690 students
| Measure | Joseph Sims Elementary Elk Grove, California | Stone Lake Elementary Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1719 of 5,693 | #869 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #22637 of 50,301 | #11901 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 691 | 690 |
| Enrollment | 691 | 690 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.9% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 53% | 66% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stone Lake Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 53.6).
- •Stone Lake Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 53%).
- •Stone Lake Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 56%).
- •Stone Lake Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.3% vs 48.9%).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.8).
- •Joseph Sims Elementary is the larger school with 691 students compared with 690.
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 Stone Lake Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Stone Lake Elementary ranks higher (69.2 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 Stone Lake Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Sims Elementary: 691. Stone Lake Elementary: 690. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Sims Elementary and Stone Lake Elementary rank in California?
Joseph Sims Elementary is 1719th of 5,693 and Stone Lake Elementary is 869th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).