Alma Preschool vs Independent Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma Preschool
Castro Valley · Public other
Independent Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
662 students
| Measure | Alma Preschool Castro Valley, California | Independent Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | – | #513 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #7520 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | – | Grades K–5 |
| Students | – | 662 |
| Enrollment | – | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 28.2% |
| Students per teacher | – | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 78% |
| Math proficiency | – | 75% |
| city | Castro Valley | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 Alma Preschool better than Independent 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 Alma Preschool and Independent Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Castro Valley and Castro Valley in California.
How do Alma Preschool and Independent Elementary rank in California?
Alma Preschool is unranked and Independent Elementary is 513th of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).