Sakamoto Elementary vs Valencia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 510 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sakamoto Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
571 students
Valencia Elementary
Upland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
571 students
| Measure | Sakamoto Elementary San Jose, California | Valencia Elementary Upland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1058 of 5,693 | #937 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14133 of 50,301 | #12771 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 571 | 571 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 571 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.6% | 40.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 64% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 64% |
| city | San Jose | Upland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valencia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 66.0).
- •Valencia Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 61%).
- •Valencia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 64%).
- •Sakamoto Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.6% vs 40.8%).
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 Sakamoto Elementary better than Valencia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Valencia Elementary ranks higher (68.0 vs 66.0 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 Sakamoto Elementary and Valencia Elementary?
About 510 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Upland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sakamoto Elementary: 571. Valencia Elementary: 571. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sakamoto Elementary and Valencia Elementary rank in California?
Sakamoto Elementary is 1058th of 5,693 and Valencia Elementary is 937th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).