Shannon Elementary vs Tara Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 638 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Shannon Elementary
Pinole · Public elementary · Grades K–6
355 students
Tara Hills Elementary
San Pablo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
317 students
| Measure | Shannon Elementary Pinole, California | Tara Hills Elementary San Pablo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3454 of 5,693 | #4362 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39489 of 50,301 | #44753 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 355 | 317 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 317 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 67.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 20% |
| city | Pinole | San Pablo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Shannon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.6 vs 20.2).
- •Shannon Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 20%).
- •Tara Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.5% vs 73.5%).
- •Shannon Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.6).
- •Shannon Elementary is the larger school with 355 students compared with 317.
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 Shannon Elementary better than Tara Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Shannon Elementary ranks higher (28.6 vs 20.2 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 Shannon Elementary and Tara Hills Elementary?
About 638 m in a straight line, between Pinole and San Pablo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shannon Elementary: 355. Tara Hills Elementary: 317. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shannon Elementary and Tara Hills Elementary rank in California?
Shannon Elementary is 3454th of 5,693 and Tara Hills Elementary is 4362nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).