Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary vs South Sutter Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 138 m 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
South Sutter Charter
East Nicolaus · Charter other · Grades K–12
2,653 students
| Measure | Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary East Nicolaus, California | South Sutter Charter East Nicolaus, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1239 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #16588 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 179 | 2,653 |
| Enrollment | 179 | 2,653 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.6% | 38.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 20% |
| city | East Nicolaus | East Nicolaus |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 20%).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 38%).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.6% vs 38.4%).
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 23.9).
- •South Sutter Charter is the larger school with 2,653 students compared with 179.
- •Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary is a public school while South Sutter Charter is a charter 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 Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary better than South Sutter Charter?
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 South Sutter Charter?
About 138 m in a straight line, between East Nicolaus and East Nicolaus in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary: 179. South Sutter Charter: 2,653. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary and South Sutter Charter rank in California?
Marcum-Illinois Union Elementary is 1239th of 5,693 and South Sutter Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).