Joshua Cowell Elementary vs Shasta Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joshua Cowell Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
702 students
Shasta Elementary
Manteca · Public elementary · Grades K–8
726 students
| Measure | Joshua Cowell Elementary Manteca, California | Shasta Elementary Manteca, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3229 of 5,693 | #3321 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37805 of 50,301 | #38511 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 702 | 726 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 726 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.2% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 34% |
| city | Manteca | Manteca |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 30.1).
- •Shasta Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 24%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.2% vs 78.9%).
- •Joshua Cowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 25.0).
- •Shasta Elementary is the larger school with 726 students compared with 702.
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 Cowell Elementary better than Shasta Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joshua Cowell Elementary ranks higher (31.1 vs 30.1 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 Joshua Cowell Elementary and Shasta Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Manteca and Manteca in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Cowell Elementary: 702. Shasta Elementary: 726. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Cowell Elementary and Shasta Elementary rank in California?
Joshua Cowell Elementary is 3229th of 5,693 and Shasta Elementary is 3321st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).