Adams Elementary vs Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 644 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
Valley High
Santa Ana · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,908 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Santa Ana, California | Valley High Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4141 of 5,693 | #1244 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43622 of 50,301 | #16074 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 320 | 1,908 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 1,908 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 14% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.9 vs 14.9).
- •Adams Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 14%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 28%).
- •Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 96.3%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.0).
- •Valley High is the larger school with 1,908 students compared with 320.
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 Adams Elementary better than Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary ranks higher (21.9 vs 14.9 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 Adams Elementary and Valley High?
About 644 m in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 320. Valley High: 1,908. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Valley High rank in California?
Adams Elementary is 4141st of 5,693 and Valley High is 1244th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).