Buena Vista Elementary vs Parkmead Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Elementary
Walnut Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–5
495 students
Parkmead Elementary
Walnut Creek · Public elementary · Grades K–5
478 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Walnut Creek, California | Parkmead Elementary Walnut Creek, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #536 of 5,693 | #506 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7816 of 50,301 | #7462 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 495 | 478 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 478 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.2% | 18.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 73% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 74% |
| city | Walnut Creek | Walnut Creek |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.2 vs 75.8).
- •Parkmead Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 72%).
- •Parkmead Elementary does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 72%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.2% vs 18.8%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 25.2).
- •Buena Vista Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 478.
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 Parkmead Elementary?
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 Parkmead Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Walnut Creek and Walnut Creek in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 495. Parkmead Elementary: 478. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Parkmead Elementary rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 536th of 5,693 and Parkmead Elementary is 506th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).