Alta Sierra Elementary vs Magnolia Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 7.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Sierra Elementary
Grass Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
338 students
Magnolia Intermediate
Grass Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
410 students
| Measure | Alta Sierra Elementary Grass Valley, California | Magnolia Intermediate Grass Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1405 of 5,693 | #546 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #18695 of 50,301 | #9607 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 338 | 410 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 410 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.3% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 30% |
| city | Grass Valley | Grass Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alta Sierra Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 41.0).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •Alta Sierra Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •Magnolia Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.2% vs 34.3%).
- •Magnolia Intermediate does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 24.1).
- •Magnolia Intermediate is the larger school with 410 students compared with 338.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alta Sierra Elementary better than Magnolia Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Alta Sierra Elementary ranks higher (59.2 vs 41.0 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 Sierra Elementary and Magnolia Intermediate?
About 7.8 km in a straight line, between Grass Valley and Grass Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Sierra Elementary: 338. Magnolia Intermediate: 410. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Sierra Elementary and Magnolia Intermediate rank in California?
Alta Sierra Elementary is 1405th of 5,693 and Magnolia Intermediate is 546th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).