Sunset Ranch Elementary vs Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sunset Ranch Elementary
Rocklin · Public elementary · Grades K–6
554 students
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
Rocklin · Charter high · Grades 7–12
776 students
| Measure | Sunset Ranch Elementary Rocklin, California | Western Sierra Collegiate Academy Rocklin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #356 of 5,693 | #31 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #5812 of 50,301 | #1480 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 554 | 776 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 776 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.9% | 13.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 68% |
| city | Rocklin | Rocklin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (78.6 vs 78.7).
- •Sunset Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 68%).
- •Western Sierra Collegiate Academy does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 78%).
- •Western Sierra Collegiate Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.5% vs 19.9%).
- •Western Sierra Collegiate Academy does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 21.3).
- •Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is the larger school with 776 students compared with 554.
- •Sunset Ranch Elementary is a public school while Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Sunset Ranch Elementary better than Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Sunset Ranch Elementary and Western Sierra Collegiate Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Rocklin and Rocklin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sunset Ranch Elementary: 554. Western Sierra Collegiate Academy: 776. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sunset Ranch Elementary and Western Sierra Collegiate Academy rank in California?
Sunset Ranch Elementary is 356th of 5,693 and Western Sierra Collegiate Academy is 31st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).