Maidu Virtual Charter Academy vs Northside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy
Auburn · Charter high · Grades 9–12
114 students
Northside Elementary
Cool · Public elementary · Grades K–6
283 students
| Measure | Maidu Virtual Charter Academy Auburn, California | Northside Elementary Cool, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 55 Top 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #311 of 1,343 | #1965 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7041 of 16,910 | #25903 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 114 | 283 |
| Enrollment | 114 | 283 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 28.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 52% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Auburn | Cool |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maidu Virtual Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.0 vs 48.9).
- •Northside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.6% vs 43.9%).
- •Maidu Virtual Charter Academy does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.8).
- •Northside Elementary is the larger school with 283 students compared with 114.
- •Maidu Virtual Charter Academy is a charter school while Northside Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Maidu Virtual Charter Academy better than Northside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Maidu Virtual Charter Academy ranks higher (55.0 vs 48.9 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 Maidu Virtual Charter Academy and Northside Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Auburn and Cool in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy: 114. Northside Elementary: 283. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maidu Virtual Charter Academy and Northside Elementary rank in California?
Maidu Virtual Charter Academy is 311th of 1,343 and Northside Elementary is 1965th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).