Luther Burbank Elementary vs Ruhkala Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 131 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Luther Burbank Elementary
Santa Rosa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
334 students
Ruhkala Elementary
Rocklin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
334 students
| Measure | Luther Burbank Elementary Santa Rosa, California | Ruhkala Elementary Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3478 of 5,693 | #744 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39644 of 50,301 | #10341 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 334 | 334 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 334 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.2% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 67% |
| city | Santa Rosa | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruhkala Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.4 vs 28.3).
- •Ruhkala Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 40%).
- •Ruhkala Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 37%).
- •Ruhkala Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 80.2%).
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 Luther Burbank Elementary better than Ruhkala Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ruhkala Elementary ranks higher (71.4 vs 28.3 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 Luther Burbank Elementary and Ruhkala Elementary?
About 131 km in a straight line, between Santa Rosa and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Luther Burbank Elementary: 334. Ruhkala Elementary: 334. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Luther Burbank Elementary and Ruhkala Elementary rank in California?
Luther Burbank Elementary is 3478th of 5,693 and Ruhkala Elementary is 744th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).