McCord Elementary vs Sheridan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCord Elementary
Orange Cove · Public elementary · Grades K–5
426 students
Sheridan Elementary
Orange Cove · Public elementary · Grades K–5
393 students
| Measure | McCord Elementary Orange Cove, California | Sheridan Elementary Orange Cove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4206 of 5,693 | #2902 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43978 of 50,301 | #35303 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 426 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.7% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 44% |
| city | Orange Cove | Orange Cove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sheridan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.0 vs 21.4).
- •Sheridan Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 33%).
- •Sheridan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 41%).
- •Sheridan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 97.7%).
- •Sheridan Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 23.7).
- •McCord Elementary is the larger school with 426 students compared with 393.
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 McCord Elementary better than Sheridan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sheridan Elementary ranks higher (35.0 vs 21.4 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 McCord Elementary and Sheridan Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Orange Cove and Orange Cove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCord Elementary: 426. Sheridan Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCord Elementary and Sheridan Elementary rank in California?
McCord Elementary is 4206th of 5,693 and Sheridan Elementary is 2902nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).