Joshua Circle Elementary vs Sonora Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 480 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joshua Circle Elementary
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
643 students
Sonora Elementary
Sonora · Public elementary · Grades K–8
643 students
| Measure | Joshua Circle Elementary Hesperia, California | Sonora Elementary Sonora, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5330 of 5,693 | #1922 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48934 of 50,301 | #25335 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 643 | 643 |
| Enrollment | 643 | 643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.8% | 48.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 45% |
| city | Hesperia | Sonora |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sonora Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.8 vs 11.8).
- •Sonora Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 18%).
- •Sonora Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 24%).
- •Sonora Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48.2% vs 84.8%).
- •Sonora Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 23.8).
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 Joshua Circle Elementary better than Sonora Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sonora Elementary ranks higher (49.8 vs 11.8 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 Joshua Circle Elementary and Sonora Elementary?
About 480 km in a straight line, between Hesperia and Sonora in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Circle Elementary: 643. Sonora Elementary: 643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Circle Elementary and Sonora Elementary rank in California?
Joshua Circle Elementary is 5330th of 5,693 and Sonora Elementary is 1922nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).