Alta Mesa Elementary vs Chrysalis Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Mesa Elementary
Redding · Public elementary · Grades K–8
319 students
Chrysalis Charter
Palo Cedro · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
226 students
| Measure | Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, California | Chrysalis Charter Palo Cedro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3700 of 5,693 | #1770 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41118 of 50,301 | #23378 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 319 | 226 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 226 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Redding | Palo Cedro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chrysalis Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.5 vs 25.9).
- •Chrysalis Charter does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Chrysalis Charter does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Chrysalis Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 74.6%).
- •Alta Mesa Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 22.6).
- •Alta Mesa Elementary is the larger school with 319 students compared with 226.
- •Alta Mesa Elementary is a public school while Chrysalis Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Alta Mesa Elementary better than Chrysalis Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Chrysalis Charter ranks higher (52.5 vs 25.9 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 Alta Mesa Elementary and Chrysalis Charter?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Redding and Palo Cedro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Mesa Elementary: 319. Chrysalis Charter: 226. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Mesa Elementary and Chrysalis Charter rank in California?
Alta Mesa Elementary is 3700th of 5,693 and Chrysalis Charter is 1770th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).