Bear Valley Elementary vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 100 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bear Valley Elementary
Moreno Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
721 students
Monte Vista Elementary
La Crescenta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
721 students
| Measure | Bear Valley Elementary Moreno Valley, California | Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3612 of 5,693 | #385 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40567 of 50,301 | #6149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 721 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 85% |
| city | Moreno Valley | La Crescenta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monte Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.0 vs 26.7).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 38%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 42%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 88.6%).
- •Bear Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.8 vs 27.7).
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 Bear Valley Elementary better than Monte Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monte Vista Elementary ranks higher (78.0 vs 26.7 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 Bear Valley Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 100 km in a straight line, between Moreno Valley and La Crescenta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bear Valley Elementary: 721. Monte Vista Elementary: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bear Valley Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary rank in California?
Bear Valley Elementary is 3612th of 5,693 and Monte Vista Elementary is 385th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).