Shannon Elementary vs West County Mandarin
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 755 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
West County Mandarin
Pinole · Public elementary · Grades K–8
528 students
| Measure | Shannon Elementary Pinole, California | West County Mandarin Pinole, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3454 of 5,693 | #1816 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39489 of 50,301 | #24234 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 355 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.5% | 33.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Pinole | Pinole |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West County Mandarin scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.4 vs 28.6).
- •West County Mandarin does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 73.5%).
- •Shannon Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 23.0).
- •West County Mandarin is the larger school with 528 students compared with 355.
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 West County Mandarin?
On the Success Index (US), West County Mandarin ranks higher (51.4 vs 28.6 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 West County Mandarin?
About 755 m in a straight line, between Pinole and Pinole in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Shannon Elementary: 355. West County Mandarin: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Shannon Elementary and West County Mandarin rank in California?
Shannon Elementary is 3454th of 5,693 and West County Mandarin is 1816th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).