Loyalton Elementary vs Rachel Carson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 302 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Loyalton Elementary
Loyalton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
199 students
Rachel Carson Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
199 students
| Measure | Loyalton Elementary Loyalton, California | Rachel Carson Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2516 of 5,693 | #2313 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31742 of 50,301 | #29990 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 199 | 199 |
| Enrollment | 199 | 199 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Loyalton | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rachel Carson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.0 vs 40.3).
- •Loyalton Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Rachel Carson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Loyalton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 47.2%).
- •Rachel Carson Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 24.9).
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 Loyalton Elementary better than Rachel Carson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rachel Carson Elementary ranks higher (43.0 vs 40.3 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 Loyalton Elementary and Rachel Carson Elementary?
About 302 km in a straight line, between Loyalton and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loyalton Elementary: 199. Rachel Carson Elementary: 199. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loyalton Elementary and Rachel Carson Elementary rank in California?
Loyalton Elementary is 2516th of 5,693 and Rachel Carson Elementary is 2313th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).