Northwood Elementary vs South Ranchito Dual Language Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 595 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northwood Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
351 students
South Ranchito Dual Language Academy
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
351 students
| Measure | Northwood Elementary Sacramento, California | South Ranchito Dual Language Academy Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5614 of 5,693 | #4718 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49900 of 50,301 | #46565 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 351 | 351 |
| Enrollment | 351 | 351 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 25% |
| city | Sacramento | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Ranchito Dual Language Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.1 vs 7.9).
- •South Ranchito Dual Language Academy does better on math proficiency (25% vs 10%).
- •South Ranchito Dual Language Academy does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 21%).
- •South Ranchito Dual Language Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.6% vs 95.2%).
- •Northwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 21.9).
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 Northwood Elementary better than South Ranchito Dual Language Academy?
On the Success Index (US), South Ranchito Dual Language Academy ranks higher (17.1 vs 7.9 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 Northwood Elementary and South Ranchito Dual Language Academy?
About 595 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northwood Elementary: 351. South Ranchito Dual Language Academy: 351. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northwood Elementary and South Ranchito Dual Language Academy rank in California?
Northwood Elementary is 5614th of 5,693 and South Ranchito Dual Language Academy is 4718th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).