Mariposa Elementary vs Sierra Foothill Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mariposa Elementary
Mariposa · Public elementary · Grades K–8
386 students
Sierra Foothill Charter
Catheys Valley · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
140 students
| Measure | Mariposa Elementary Mariposa, California | Sierra Foothill Charter Catheys Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3245 of 5,693 | #1426 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37894 of 50,301 | #18947 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 386 | 140 |
| Enrollment | 386 | 140 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.6% | 37.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Mariposa | Catheys Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Foothill Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.9 vs 31.0).
- •Sierra Foothill Charter does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Sierra Foothill Charter does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 43%).
- •Sierra Foothill Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.9% vs 75.6%).
- •Mariposa Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.3).
- •Mariposa Elementary is the larger school with 386 students compared with 140.
- •Mariposa Elementary is a public school while Sierra Foothill 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 Mariposa Elementary better than Sierra Foothill Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Foothill Charter ranks higher (58.9 vs 31.0 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 Mariposa Elementary and Sierra Foothill Charter?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Mariposa and Catheys Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mariposa Elementary: 386. Sierra Foothill Charter: 140. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mariposa Elementary and Sierra Foothill Charter rank in California?
Mariposa Elementary is 3245th of 5,693 and Sierra Foothill Charter is 1426th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).