Bella Vista Elementary vs North Cow Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bella Vista Elementary
Bella Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–8
343 students
North Cow Creek Elementary
Palo Cedro · Public elementary · Grades K–8
270 students
| Measure | Bella Vista Elementary Bella Vista, California | North Cow Creek Elementary Palo Cedro, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2213 of 5,693 | #1108 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28895 of 50,301 | #14805 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 343 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.6% | 27% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 47% |
| city | Bella Vista | Palo Cedro |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Cow Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.0 vs 44.5).
- •North Cow Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •North Cow Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 54%).
- •North Cow Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27% vs 63.6%).
- •Bella Vista Elementary is the larger school with 343 students compared with 270.
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 Bella Vista Elementary better than North Cow Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Cow Creek Elementary ranks higher (65.0 vs 44.5 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 Bella Vista Elementary and North Cow Creek Elementary?
About 5.0 km in a straight line, between Bella Vista and Palo Cedro in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bella Vista Elementary: 343. North Cow Creek Elementary: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bella Vista Elementary and North Cow Creek Elementary rank in California?
Bella Vista Elementary is 2213th of 5,693 and North Cow Creek Elementary is 1108th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).