Robert J. McGarvey Elementary vs Sunrise Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Robert J. McGarvey Elementary
Rancho Cordova · Public elementary · Grades K–6
840 students
Sunrise Elementary
Rancho Cordova · Public elementary · Grades K–6
1,235 students
| Measure | Robert J. McGarvey Elementary Rancho Cordova, California | Sunrise Elementary Rancho Cordova, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #847 of 5,693 | #877 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11687 of 50,301 | #12035 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 840 | 1,235 |
| Enrollment | 840 | 1,235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.3% | 32.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 69% | 65% |
| city | Rancho Cordova | Rancho Cordova |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.5 vs 69.0).
- •Robert J. McGarvey Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 65%).
- •Robert J. McGarvey Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Sunrise Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.7% vs 38.3%).
- •Sunrise Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 24.7).
- •Sunrise Elementary is the larger school with 1,235 students compared with 840.
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 Robert J. McGarvey Elementary better than Sunrise Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Robert J. McGarvey Elementary and Sunrise Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Robert J. McGarvey Elementary: 840. Sunrise Elementary: 1,235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Robert J. McGarvey Elementary and Sunrise Elementary rank in California?
Robert J. McGarvey Elementary is 847th of 5,693 and Sunrise Elementary is 877th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).