Joshua Tree Elementary vs Penryn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 679 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joshua Tree Elementary
Joshua Tree · Public elementary · Grades K–6
250 students
Penryn Elementary
Penryn · Public elementary · Grades K–8
250 students
| Measure | Joshua Tree Elementary Joshua Tree, California | Penryn Elementary Penryn, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #5180 of 5,693 | #606 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48384 of 50,301 | #8662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 250 | 250 |
| Enrollment | 250 | 250 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.2% | 11.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 62% |
| city | Joshua Tree | Penryn |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penryn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 13.3).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 17%).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 27%).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.6% vs 85.2%).
- •Penryn Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 25.0).
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 Joshua Tree Elementary better than Penryn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Penryn Elementary ranks higher (73.9 vs 13.3 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 Tree Elementary and Penryn Elementary?
About 679 km in a straight line, between Joshua Tree and Penryn in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joshua Tree Elementary: 250. Penryn Elementary: 250. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joshua Tree Elementary and Penryn Elementary rank in California?
Joshua Tree Elementary is 5180th of 5,693 and Penryn Elementary is 606th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).