Burns Valley vs Riviera Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burns Valley
Clearlake · Public elementary · Grades K–7
568 students
Riviera Elementary
Kelseyville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
287 students
| Measure | Burns Valley Clearlake, California | Riviera Elementary Kelseyville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4704 of 5,693 | #4581 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46519 of 50,301 | #45880 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 568 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 65.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 17% |
| city | Clearlake | Kelseyville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Riviera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.4 vs 17.1).
- •Burns Valley does better on math proficiency (24% vs 17%).
- •Burns Valley does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Riviera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 82.2%).
- •Riviera Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 24.7).
- •Burns Valley is the larger school with 568 students compared with 287.
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 Burns Valley better than Riviera Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Riviera Elementary ranks higher (18.4 vs 17.1 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 Burns Valley and Riviera Elementary?
About 6.0 km in a straight line, between Clearlake and Kelseyville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burns Valley: 568. Riviera Elementary: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burns Valley and Riviera Elementary rank in California?
Burns Valley is 4704th of 5,693 and Riviera Elementary is 4581st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).