Alvin Elementary vs Esencia
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 305 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alvin Elementary
Santa Maria · Public elementary · Grades K–6
998 students
Esencia
Rancho Mission Viejo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
996 students
| Measure | Alvin Elementary Santa Maria, California | Esencia Rancho Mission Viejo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4934 of 5,693 | #768 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47515 of 50,301 | #10581 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 998 | 996 |
| Enrollment | 998 | 996 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.6% | 17.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 62% |
| city | Santa Maria | Rancho Mission Viejo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Esencia scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 15.2).
- •Esencia does better on math proficiency (62% vs 27%).
- •Esencia does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 34%).
- •Esencia does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.6% vs 97.6%).
- •Alvin Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.3 vs 26.9).
- •Alvin Elementary is the larger school with 998 students compared with 996.
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 Alvin Elementary better than Esencia?
On the Success Index (US), Esencia ranks higher (71.0 vs 15.2 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 Alvin Elementary and Esencia?
About 305 km in a straight line, between Santa Maria and Rancho Mission Viejo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alvin Elementary: 998. Esencia: 996. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alvin Elementary and Esencia rank in California?
Alvin Elementary is 4934th of 5,693 and Esencia is 768th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).