Parkview Elementary vs Sherwood Montessori
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parkview Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
Sherwood Montessori
Chico · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
116 students
| Measure | Parkview Elementary Chico, California | Sherwood Montessori Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1385 of 5,693 | #3304 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18540 of 50,301 | #38358 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 406 | 116 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.3% | 44.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 17% |
| city | Chico | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkview Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 30.3).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 17%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Sherwood Montessori does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 47.3%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 19.3).
- •Parkview Elementary is the larger school with 406 students compared with 116.
- •Parkview Elementary is a public school while Sherwood Montessori 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 Parkview Elementary better than Sherwood Montessori?
On the Success Index (US), Parkview Elementary ranks higher (59.5 vs 30.3 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 Parkview Elementary and Sherwood Montessori?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Chico and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parkview Elementary: 406. Sherwood Montessori: 116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parkview Elementary and Sherwood Montessori rank in California?
Parkview Elementary is 1385th of 5,693 and Sherwood Montessori is 3304th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).