Lichen K-8 vs Sylvan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lichen K-8
Citrus Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–8
498 students
Sylvan Middle
Citrus Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
604 students
| Measure | Lichen K-8 Citrus Heights, California | Sylvan Middle Citrus Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3411 of 5,693 | #1056 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #39132 of 50,301 | #14278 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 498 | 604 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 604 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 64.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 15% |
| city | Citrus Heights | Citrus Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lichen K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 17.0).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on math proficiency (31% vs 15%).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 28%).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 64.1%).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 22.4).
- •Sylvan Middle is the larger school with 604 students compared with 498.
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 Lichen K-8 better than Sylvan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lichen K-8 ranks higher (29.1 vs 17.0 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 Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Citrus Heights and Citrus Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lichen K-8: 498. Sylvan Middle: 604. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lichen K-8 and Sylvan Middle rank in California?
Lichen K-8 is 3411th of 5,693 and Sylvan Middle is 1056th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).