Audubon K-8 vs Rancho Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Audubon K-8
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–8
495 students
Rancho Elementary
Spring Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
| Measure | Audubon K-8 San Diego, California | Rancho Elementary Spring Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4501 of 5,693 | #3424 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45499 of 50,301 | #39222 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 495 | 324 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 324 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 83.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | San Diego | Spring Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 18.9).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 87.9%).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 23.6).
- •Audubon K-8 is the larger school with 495 students compared with 324.
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 Audubon K-8 better than Rancho Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Elementary ranks higher (29.0 vs 18.9 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 Audubon K-8 and Rancho Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Spring Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Audubon K-8: 495. Rancho Elementary: 324. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Audubon K-8 and Rancho Elementary rank in California?
Audubon K-8 is 4501st of 5,693 and Rancho Elementary is 3424th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).