Arroyo Vista Middle vs Melinda Heights Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Vista Middle
Rancho Santa Margarita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
329 students
Melinda Heights Elementary
Rancho Santa Margarita · Public elementary · Grades K–6
950 students
| Measure | Arroyo Vista Middle Rancho Santa Margarita, California | Melinda Heights Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #73 of 1,334 | #803 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1507 of 15,369 | #11099 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 329 | 950 |
| Enrollment | 329 | 950 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.8% | 27.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 28.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 81% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 66% |
| city | Rancho Santa Margarita | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arroyo Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 70.3).
- •Arroyo Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 66%).
- •Arroyo Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 72%).
- •Arroyo Vista Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 27.8%).
- •Arroyo Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 28.8).
- •Melinda Heights Elementary is the larger school with 950 students compared with 329.
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 Middle better than Melinda Heights Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arroyo Vista Middle ranks higher (79.8 vs 70.3 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 Arroyo Vista Middle and Melinda Heights Elementary?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Rancho Santa Margarita and Rancho Santa Margarita in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Vista Middle: 329. Melinda Heights Elementary: 950. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Vista Middle and Melinda Heights Elementary rank in California?
Arroyo Vista Middle is 73rd of 1,334 and Melinda Heights Elementary is 803rd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).