North Verdemont Elementary vs Paakuma K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Verdemont Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
549 students
Paakuma K-8
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–8
940 students
| Measure | North Verdemont Elementary San Bernardino, California | Paakuma K-8 San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2467 of 5,693 | #2199 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31331 of 50,301 | #28751 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 549 | 940 |
| Enrollment | 549 | 940 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.3% | 50.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 41% |
| city | San Bernardino | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paakuma K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 40.9).
- •North Verdemont Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 51%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 74.3%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 21.1).
- •Paakuma K-8 is the larger school with 940 students compared with 549.
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 North Verdemont Elementary better than Paakuma K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Paakuma K-8 ranks higher (44.8 vs 40.9 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 North Verdemont Elementary and Paakuma K-8?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Verdemont Elementary: 549. Paakuma K-8: 940. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Verdemont Elementary and Paakuma K-8 rank in California?
North Verdemont Elementary is 2467th of 5,693 and Paakuma K-8 is 2199th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).