Aspire University Charter vs Bella Mente Montessori Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 597 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire University Charter
Modesto · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Bella Mente Montessori Academy
Vista · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
424 students
| Measure | Aspire University Charter Modesto, California | Bella Mente Montessori Academy Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4064 of 5,693 | #2759 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43198 of 50,301 | #33885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 423 | 424 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 424 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.6% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 34% |
| city | Modesto | Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.1 vs 22.6).
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy does better on math proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 84.6%).
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 23.5).
- •Bella Mente Montessori Academy is the larger school with 424 students compared with 423.
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 University Charter better than Bella Mente Montessori Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Bella Mente Montessori Academy ranks higher (37.1 vs 22.6 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 University Charter and Bella Mente Montessori Academy?
About 597 km in a straight line, between Modesto and Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire University Charter: 423. Bella Mente Montessori Academy: 424. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire University Charter and Bella Mente Montessori Academy rank in California?
Aspire University Charter is 4064th of 5,693 and Bella Mente Montessori Academy is 2759th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).