Ruskin Elementary vs Summerdale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ruskin Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
367 students
Summerdale Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–5
274 students
| Measure | Ruskin Elementary San Jose, California | Summerdale Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #464 of 5,693 | #1360 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6963 of 50,301 | #18226 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 367 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 367 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.5% | 38.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 60% |
| city | San Jose | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ruskin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 60.0).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 60%).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 57%).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.5% vs 38.3%).
- •Ruskin Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 24.9).
- •Ruskin Elementary is the larger school with 367 students compared with 274.
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 Ruskin Elementary better than Summerdale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ruskin Elementary ranks higher (76.6 vs 60.0 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 Ruskin Elementary and Summerdale Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Jose and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ruskin Elementary: 367. Summerdale Elementary: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ruskin Elementary and Summerdale Elementary rank in California?
Ruskin Elementary is 464th of 5,693 and Summerdale Elementary is 1360th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).