Nell Dawson Elementary vs Sunset Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 201 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nell Dawson Elementary
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades 1–3
405 students
Sunset Elementary
Coalinga · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
442 students
| Measure | Nell Dawson Elementary Coalinga, California | Sunset Elementary Coalinga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4073 of 5,693 | #4795 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43234 of 50,301 | #46889 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–3 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 405 | 442 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 442 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.6% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 19% |
| city | Coalinga | Coalinga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nell Dawson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 16.5).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 19%).
- •Sunset Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.6% vs 72.2%).
- •Nell Dawson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 27.6).
- •Sunset Elementary is the larger school with 442 students compared with 405.
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 Nell Dawson Elementary better than Sunset Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nell Dawson Elementary ranks higher (22.6 vs 16.5 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 Nell Dawson Elementary and Sunset Elementary?
About 201 m in a straight line, between Coalinga and Coalinga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nell Dawson Elementary: 405. Sunset Elementary: 442. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nell Dawson Elementary and Sunset Elementary rank in California?
Nell Dawson Elementary is 4073rd of 5,693 and Sunset Elementary is 4795th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).