Arrowhead Elementary vs Golden Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 723 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arrowhead Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
248 students
Golden Valley Middle
San Bernardino · Public middle · Grades 6–8
742 students
| Measure | Arrowhead Elementary San Bernardino, California | Golden Valley Middle San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5456 of 5,693 | #1102 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49393 of 50,301 | #14487 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 248 | 742 |
| Enrollment | 248 | 742 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.8% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | San Bernardino | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Valley Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.6 vs 10.2).
- •Golden Valley Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 22%).
- •Golden Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95% vs 96.8%).
- •Arrowhead Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 20.1).
- •Golden Valley Middle is the larger school with 742 students compared with 248.
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 Arrowhead Elementary better than Golden Valley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Valley Middle ranks higher (15.6 vs 10.2 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 Arrowhead Elementary and Golden Valley Middle?
About 723 m in a straight line, between San Bernardino and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arrowhead Elementary: 248. Golden Valley Middle: 742. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arrowhead Elementary and Golden Valley Middle rank in California?
Arrowhead Elementary is 5456th of 5,693 and Golden Valley Middle is 1102nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).