Arroyo Vista Elementary vs Monterey Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Vista Elementary
South Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
667 students
Monterey Hills Elementary
South Pasadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
570 students
| Measure | Arroyo Vista Elementary South Pasadena, California | Monterey Hills Elementary South Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #206 of 5,693 | #253 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4242 of 50,301 | #4719 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 667 | 570 |
| Enrollment | 667 | 570 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.4% | 14.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 78% |
| city | South Pasadena | South Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.3 vs 80.5).
- •Arroyo Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 78%).
- •Arroyo Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 79%).
- •Monterey Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.4% vs 17.4%).
- •Monterey Hills Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 25.7).
- •Arroyo Vista Elementary is the larger school with 667 students compared with 570.
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 Arroyo Vista Elementary better than Monterey Hills Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Arroyo Vista Elementary and Monterey Hills Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between South Pasadena and South Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Vista Elementary: 667. Monterey Hills Elementary: 570. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Vista Elementary and Monterey Hills Elementary rank in California?
Arroyo Vista Elementary is 206th of 5,693 and Monterey Hills Elementary is 253rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).