American River Collegiate Academy vs Golden Valley Orchard
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American River Collegiate Academy
Orangevale · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
132 students
Golden Valley Orchard
Orangevale · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
292 students
| Measure | American River Collegiate Academy Orangevale, California | Golden Valley Orchard Orangevale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1568 of 5,693 | #1748 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20644 of 50,301 | #23099 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 132 | 292 |
| Enrollment | 132 | 292 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.9% | 31.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 62% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Orangevale | Orangevale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American River Collegiate Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.4 vs 52.9).
- •Golden Valley Orchard does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.5% vs 40.9%).
- •American River Collegiate Academy does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 22.5).
- •Golden Valley Orchard is the larger school with 292 students compared with 132.
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 American River Collegiate Academy better than Golden Valley Orchard?
On the Success Index (US), American River Collegiate Academy ranks higher (56.4 vs 52.9 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 American River Collegiate Academy and Golden Valley Orchard?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Orangevale and Orangevale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American River Collegiate Academy: 132. Golden Valley Orchard: 292. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American River Collegiate Academy and Golden Valley Orchard rank in California?
American River Collegiate Academy is 1568th of 5,693 and Golden Valley Orchard is 1748th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).