Alta Mesa Elementary vs Palomar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1001 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
Palomar Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
319 students
| Measure | Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, California | Palomar Elementary Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3700 of 5,693 | #3023 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41118 of 50,301 | #36276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 319 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Redding | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palomar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 25.9).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Alta Mesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 77.7%).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.3).
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 Palomar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palomar Elementary ranks higher (33.5 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 Palomar Elementary?
About 1001 km in a straight line, between Redding and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Mesa Elementary: 319. Palomar Elementary: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Mesa Elementary and Palomar Elementary rank in California?
Alta Mesa Elementary is 3700th of 5,693 and Palomar Elementary is 3023rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).