Northridge Elementary vs Skycrest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Elementary
Fair Oaks · Public elementary · Grades K–6
423 students
Skycrest Elementary
Citrus Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
| Measure | Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks, California | Skycrest Elementary Citrus Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4303 of 5,693 | #3500 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44473 of 50,301 | #39832 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 423 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 67.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 32% |
| city | Fair Oaks | Citrus Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Skycrest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.0 vs 20.6).
- •Skycrest Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 20%).
- •Skycrest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 28%).
- •Northridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.8% vs 67.7%).
- •Skycrest Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.5).
- •Skycrest Elementary is the larger school with 436 students compared with 423.
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 Northridge Elementary better than Skycrest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Skycrest Elementary ranks higher (28.0 vs 20.6 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 Northridge Elementary and Skycrest Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Fair Oaks and Citrus Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Elementary: 423. Skycrest Elementary: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Elementary and Skycrest Elementary rank in California?
Northridge Elementary is 4303rd of 5,693 and Skycrest Elementary is 3500th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).