Mendota Elementary vs Prairie Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 211 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mendota Elementary
Mendota · Public elementary · Grades K–6
857 students
Prairie Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
858 students
| Measure | Mendota Elementary Mendota, California | Prairie Elementary Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4128 of 5,693 | #4166 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43535 of 50,301 | #43746 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 857 | 858 |
| Enrollment | 857 | 858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 86.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 29% |
| city | Mendota | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.1 vs 21.8).
- •Mendota Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 29%).
- •Mendota Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Prairie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.4% vs 98.7%).
- •Mendota Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 24.5).
- •Prairie Elementary is the larger school with 858 students compared with 857.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Mendota Elementary better than Prairie Elementary?
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 Mendota Elementary and Prairie Elementary?
About 211 km in a straight line, between Mendota and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mendota Elementary: 857. Prairie Elementary: 858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mendota Elementary and Prairie Elementary rank in California?
Mendota Elementary is 4128th of 5,693 and Prairie Elementary is 4166th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).