Junction Elementary vs North Cow Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Junction Elementary
Palo Cedro · Public elementary · Grades K–8
416 students
North Cow Creek Elementary
Palo Cedro · Public elementary · Grades K–8
270 students
| Measure | Junction Elementary Palo Cedro, California | North Cow Creek Elementary Palo Cedro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1073 of 5,693 | #1108 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14335 of 50,301 | #14805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 416 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.9% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| city | Palo Cedro | Palo Cedro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (65.7 vs 65.0).
- •Junction Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Junction Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •North Cow Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 34.9%).
- •Junction Elementary is the larger school with 416 students compared with 270.
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 Junction Elementary better than North Cow Creek Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Junction Elementary and North Cow Creek Elementary?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Palo Cedro and Palo Cedro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Junction Elementary: 416. North Cow Creek Elementary: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Junction Elementary and North Cow Creek Elementary rank in California?
Junction Elementary is 1073rd of 5,693 and North Cow Creek Elementary is 1108th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).