Junction Elementary vs Rock Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 212 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
Rock Creek Elementary
Rocklin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
416 students
| Measure | Junction Elementary Palo Cedro, California | Rock Creek Elementary Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1073 of 5,693 | #915 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14335 of 50,301 | #12452 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 416 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.9% | 33.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 66% |
| city | Palo Cedro | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rock Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.4 vs 65.7).
- •Rock Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 62%).
- •Rock Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 62%).
- •Rock Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 34.9%).
- •Junction Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 24.5).
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 Rock Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rock Creek Elementary ranks higher (68.4 vs 65.7 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 Junction Elementary and Rock Creek Elementary?
About 212 km in a straight line, between Palo Cedro and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Junction Elementary: 416. Rock Creek Elementary: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Junction Elementary and Rock Creek Elementary rank in California?
Junction Elementary is 1073rd of 5,693 and Rock Creek Elementary is 915th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).