Adobe Bluffs Elementary vs Deer Canyon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adobe Bluffs Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
586 students
Deer Canyon Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
354 students
| Measure | Adobe Bluffs Elementary San Diego, California | Deer Canyon Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #151 of 5,693 | #93 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3720 of 50,301 | #3166 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 586 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.8% | 10.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 84% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Deer Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.4 vs 82.3).
- •Deer Canyon Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 82%).
- •Deer Canyon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 82%).
- •Deer Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.2% vs 13.8%).
- •Adobe Bluffs Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.1).
- •Adobe Bluffs Elementary is the larger school with 586 students compared with 354.
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 Adobe Bluffs Elementary better than Deer Canyon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Deer Canyon Elementary ranks higher (83.4 vs 82.3 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 Adobe Bluffs Elementary and Deer Canyon Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary: 586. Deer Canyon Elementary: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adobe Bluffs Elementary and Deer Canyon Elementary rank in California?
Adobe Bluffs Elementary is 151st of 5,693 and Deer Canyon Elementary is 93rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).