Nystrom Elementary vs Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nystrom Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
415 students
Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co
Richmond · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
343 students
| Measure | Nystrom Elementary Richmond, California | Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5223 of 5,693 | #4703 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48542 of 50,301 | #46508 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 415 | 343 |
| Enrollment | 415 | 343 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 81% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 38.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Richmond | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 12.9).
- •Nystrom Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 81%).
- •Nystrom Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 38.1).
- •Nystrom Elementary is the larger school with 415 students compared with 343.
- •Nystrom Elementary is a public school while Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Nystrom Elementary better than Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co?
On the Success Index (US), Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co ranks higher (17.2 vs 12.9 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 Nystrom Elementary and Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Richmond and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nystrom Elementary: 415. Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co: 343. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nystrom Elementary and Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co rank in California?
Nystrom Elementary is 5223rd of 5,693 and Voices College-Bound Language Acad at W. Contra Costa Co is 4703rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).