Alcott Elementary vs Pachappa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alcott Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
603 students
Pachappa Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
676 students
| Measure | Alcott Elementary Riverside, California | Pachappa Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2649 of 5,693 | #2703 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32861 of 50,301 | #33308 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 603 | 676 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 676 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 36% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.6 vs 38.0).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 36%).
- •Pachappa Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 50%).
- •Alcott Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 76.9%).
- •Pachappa Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 26.2).
- •Pachappa Elementary is the larger school with 676 students compared with 603.
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 Alcott Elementary better than Pachappa Elementary?
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 Alcott Elementary and Pachappa Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alcott Elementary: 603. Pachappa Elementary: 676. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alcott Elementary and Pachappa Elementary rank in California?
Alcott Elementary is 2649th of 5,693 and Pachappa Elementary is 2703rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).