King Elementary vs Sundown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 453 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
King Elementary
Stockton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
942 students
Sundown Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–6
941 students
| Measure | King Elementary Stockton, California | Sundown Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5009 of 5,693 | #3632 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47783 of 50,301 | #40735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 942 | 941 |
| Enrollment | 942 | 941 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.2% | 59.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.5 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 28% |
| city | Stockton | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sundown Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 14.7).
- •Sundown Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 20%).
- •Sundown Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 34%).
- •Sundown Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 89.2%).
- •King Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.5 vs 26.9).
- •King Elementary is the larger school with 942 students compared with 941.
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 King Elementary better than Sundown Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sundown Elementary ranks higher (26.5 vs 14.7 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 King Elementary and Sundown Elementary?
About 453 km in a straight line, between Stockton and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
King Elementary: 942. Sundown Elementary: 941. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do King Elementary and Sundown Elementary rank in California?
King Elementary is 5009th of 5,693 and Sundown Elementary is 3632nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).