Explore Pk-8 vs Preschool on Poze
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Colorado, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Explore Pk-8
Thornton · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
557 students
Preschool on Poze
Thornton · Public other · Grades PK–PK
193 students
| Measure | Explore Pk-8 Thornton, Colorado | Preschool on Poze Thornton, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #808 of 993 | – |
| National rank | #42824 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–PK |
| Students | 557 | 193 |
| Enrollment | 557 | 193 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.8% | 65.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 22% | – |
| city | Thornton | Thornton |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Explore Pk-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.8% vs 65.8%).
- •Preschool on Poze does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.9).
- •Explore Pk-8 is the larger school with 557 students compared with 193.
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 Explore Pk-8 better than Preschool on Poze?
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 Explore Pk-8 and Preschool on Poze?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Thornton and Thornton in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Explore Pk-8: 557. Preschool on Poze: 193. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Explore Pk-8 and Preschool on Poze rank in Colorado?
Explore Pk-8 is 808th of 993 and Preschool on Poze is unranked among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).