Buena Vista Elementary vs Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
281 students
Valley Middle
Carlsbad · Public middle · Grades 6–8
807 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Carlsbad, California | Valley Middle Carlsbad, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #863 of 5,693 | #189 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11851 of 50,301 | #3419 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 281 | 807 |
| Enrollment | 281 | 807 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 36.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 63% |
| city | Carlsbad | Carlsbad |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (69.2 vs 69.7).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 63%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 71%).
- •Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.6% vs 39.9%).
- •Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 23.4).
- •Valley Middle is the larger school with 807 students compared with 281.
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 Buena Vista Elementary better than Valley Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Buena Vista Elementary and Valley Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Carlsbad in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 281. Valley Middle: 807. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Valley Middle rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 863rd of 5,693 and Valley Middle is 189th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).