Paakuma K-8 vs Sundown Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 93 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Paakuma K-8
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–8
940 students
Sundown Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–6
941 students
| Measure | Paakuma K-8 San Bernardino, California | Sundown Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2199 of 5,693 | #3632 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28751 of 50,301 | #40735 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 940 | 941 |
| Enrollment | 940 | 941 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 50.7% | 59.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 28% |
| city | San Bernardino | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paakuma K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.8 vs 26.5).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on math proficiency (41% vs 28%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 36%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.7% vs 59.1%).
- •Paakuma K-8 does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 26.9).
- •Sundown Elementary is the larger school with 941 students compared with 940.
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 Paakuma K-8 better than Sundown Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Paakuma K-8 ranks higher (44.8 vs 26.5 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 Paakuma K-8 and Sundown Elementary?
About 93 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Paakuma K-8: 940. Sundown Elementary: 941. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Paakuma K-8 and Sundown Elementary rank in California?
Paakuma K-8 is 2199th of 5,693 and Sundown Elementary is 3632nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).