Alameda Elementary vs Walnut Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 479 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alameda Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
744 students
Walnut Grove Elementary
Patterson · Public elementary · Grades K–6
744 students
| Measure | Alameda Elementary Downey, California | Walnut Grove Elementary Patterson, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2476 of 5,693 | #4745 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31429 of 50,301 | #46686 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 744 | 744 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 744 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 81.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 19% |
| city | Downey | Patterson |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alameda Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.7 vs 16.9).
- •Alameda Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 19%).
- •Alameda Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 33%).
- •Walnut Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 84.5%).
- •Walnut Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 24.0).
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 Alameda Elementary better than Walnut Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alameda Elementary ranks higher (40.7 vs 16.9 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 Alameda Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary?
About 479 km in a straight line, between Downey and Patterson in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alameda Elementary: 744. Walnut Grove Elementary: 744. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alameda Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary rank in California?
Alameda Elementary is 2476th of 5,693 and Walnut Grove Elementary is 4745th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).