Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy vs Valentine Peyton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy
Stockton · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
388 students
Valentine Peyton Elementary
Stockton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
787 students
| Measure | Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy Stockton, California | Valentine Peyton Elementary Stockton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3996 of 5,693 | #2792 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42809 of 50,301 | #34227 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 388 | 787 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 787 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.7% | 64.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 47% |
| Math proficiency | – | 41% |
| city | Stockton | Stockton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valentine Peyton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.7 vs 23.2).
- •Valentine Peyton Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 72.7%).
- •Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy does better on students per teacher (25.9 vs 26.2).
- •Valentine Peyton Elementary is the larger school with 787 students compared with 388.
- •Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy is a charter school while Valentine Peyton Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy better than Valentine Peyton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Valentine Peyton Elementary ranks higher (36.7 vs 23.2 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 Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy and Valentine Peyton Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Stockton and Stockton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy: 388. Valentine Peyton Elementary: 787. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy and Valentine Peyton Elementary rank in California?
Aspire Arts & Sciences Academy is 3996th of 5,693 and Valentine Peyton Elementary is 2792nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).