Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary vs Pine Ridge
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary
East Nicolaus · Public elementary · Grades K–8
179 students
Pine Ridge
Magalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
179 students
| Measure | Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary East Nicolaus, California | Pine Ridge Magalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1239 of 5,693 | #2971 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16588 of 50,301 | #35872 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 179 | 179 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 179 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | – |
| Math proficiency | 52% | – |
| city | East Nicolaus | Magalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.3 vs 34.1).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 83.2%).
- •Pine Ridge does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 17.9).
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 Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary better than Pine Ridge?
On the Success Index (US), Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary ranks higher (62.3 vs 34.1 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 Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary and Pine Ridge?
About 100 km in a straight line, between East Nicolaus and Magalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary: 179. Pine Ridge: 179. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary and Pine Ridge rank in California?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary is 1239th of 5,693 and Pine Ridge is 2971st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).