Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary vs Pleasant Grove
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 10 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
Pleasant Grove
Pleasant Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–8
161 students
| Measure | Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary East Nicolaus, California | Pleasant Grove Pleasant Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1239 of 5,693 | #1248 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16588 of 50,301 | #16679 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 179 | 161 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 161 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | East Nicolaus | Pleasant Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (62.3 vs 62.2).
- •Pleasant Grove does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 37.9%).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 20.1).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary is the larger school with 179 students compared with 161.
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 Pleasant Grove?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary and Pleasant Grove?
About 10 km in a straight line, between East Nicolaus and Pleasant Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary: 179. Pleasant Grove: 161. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary and Pleasant Grove rank in California?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary is 1239th of 5,693 and Pleasant Grove is 1248th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).