Alisal Elementary vs Santa Margarita Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 640 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alisal Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
544 students
Santa Margarita Elementary
Oceanside · Public elementary · Grades K–8
544 students
| Measure | Alisal Elementary Pleasanton, California | Santa Margarita Elementary Oceanside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 57 Top 50% |
| State rank | #492 of 5,693 | #1558 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7307 of 50,301 | #20553 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 544 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.8% | 66.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 62% |
| city | Pleasanton | Oceanside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alisal Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 56.6).
- •Alisal Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 62%).
- •Alisal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 64%).
- •Alisal Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.8% vs 66.2%).
- •Santa Margarita Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.7).
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 Alisal Elementary better than Santa Margarita Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Alisal Elementary ranks higher (76.0 vs 56.6 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 Alisal Elementary and Santa Margarita Elementary?
About 640 km in a straight line, between Pleasanton and Oceanside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alisal Elementary: 544. Santa Margarita Elementary: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alisal Elementary and Santa Margarita Elementary rank in California?
Alisal Elementary is 492nd of 5,693 and Santa Margarita Elementary is 1558th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).