Monroe Middle vs Sherman Oaks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monroe Middle
San Jose · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
677 students
Sherman Oaks Elementary
San Jose · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
524 students
| Measure | Monroe Middle San Jose, California | Sherman Oaks Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #651 of 1,334 | #3170 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11192 of 15,369 | #37378 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 677 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 677 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.1% | 59% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 35% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monroe Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 31.8).
- •Sherman Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •Monroe Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Sherman Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59% vs 59.1%).
- •Monroe Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 23.8).
- •Monroe Middle is the larger school with 677 students compared with 524.
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 Monroe Middle better than Sherman Oaks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monroe Middle ranks higher (33.5 vs 31.8 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 Monroe Middle and Sherman Oaks Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monroe Middle: 677. Sherman Oaks Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monroe Middle and Sherman Oaks Elementary rank in California?
Monroe Middle is 651st of 1,334 and Sherman Oaks Elementary is 3170th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).