Murphy Elementary vs Sheldon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Murphy Elementary
El Sobrante · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
Sheldon Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
318 students
| Measure | Murphy Elementary El Sobrante, California | Sheldon Elementary Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4059 of 5,693 | #4005 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43161 of 50,301 | #42849 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 460 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 67.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| city | El Sobrante | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (22.7 vs 23.2).
- •Sheldon Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Sheldon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Murphy Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.4% vs 67.9%).
- •Murphy Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.7).
- •Murphy Elementary is the larger school with 460 students compared with 318.
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 Murphy Elementary better than Sheldon 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 Murphy Elementary and Sheldon Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between El Sobrante and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murphy Elementary: 460. Sheldon Elementary: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murphy Elementary and Sheldon Elementary rank in California?
Murphy Elementary is 4059th of 5,693 and Sheldon Elementary is 4005th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).