Santee Elementary vs Sierra View Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 158 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Santee Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–6
318 students
Sierra View Elementary
North Highlands · Public elementary · Grades K–6
318 students
| Measure | Santee Elementary San Jose, California | Sierra View Elementary North Highlands, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5100 of 5,693 | #3449 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48113 of 50,301 | #39426 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 318 | 318 |
| Enrollment | 318 | 318 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 87.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 41% |
| city | San Jose | North Highlands |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra View Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.7 vs 14.0).
- •Sierra View Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •Sierra View Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 28%).
- •Sierra View Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 89.9%).
- •Santee Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.7).
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 Santee Elementary better than Sierra View Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra View Elementary ranks higher (28.7 vs 14.0 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 Santee Elementary and Sierra View Elementary?
About 158 km in a straight line, between San Jose and North Highlands in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Santee Elementary: 318. Sierra View Elementary: 318. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Santee Elementary and Sierra View Elementary rank in California?
Santee Elementary is 5100th of 5,693 and Sierra View Elementary is 3449th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).