New Hope Elementary vs Newcastle Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 76 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Hope Elementary
Thornton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
164 students
Newcastle Elementary
Newcastle · Public elementary · Grades K–8
164 students
| Measure | New Hope Elementary Thornton, California | Newcastle Elementary Newcastle, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3784 of 5,693 | #1364 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41597 of 50,301 | #18283 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 164 | 164 |
| Enrollment | 164 | 164 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78% | 13.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 42% |
| city | Thornton | Newcastle |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newcastle Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 25.2).
- •Newcastle Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 17%).
- •Newcastle Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Newcastle Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.4% vs 78%).
- •Newcastle Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 20.5).
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 New Hope Elementary better than Newcastle Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Newcastle Elementary ranks higher (59.9 vs 25.2 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 New Hope Elementary and Newcastle Elementary?
About 76 km in a straight line, between Thornton and Newcastle in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Hope Elementary: 164. Newcastle Elementary: 164. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Hope Elementary and Newcastle Elementary rank in California?
New Hope Elementary is 3784th of 5,693 and Newcastle Elementary is 1364th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).