Cambridge Elementary vs Vaca Pena 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.
Cambridge Elementary
Vacaville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
738 students
Vaca Pena Middle
Vacaville · Public high · Grades 6–12
675 students
| Measure | Cambridge Elementary Vacaville, California | Vaca Pena Middle Vacaville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2106 of 5,693 | #865 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #27591 of 50,301 | #13494 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 738 | 675 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 675 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.1% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 27% |
| city | Vacaville | Vacaville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cambridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.4 vs 29.3).
- •Cambridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 27%).
- •Cambridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 43%).
- •Cambridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.1% vs 65%).
- •Vaca Pena Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.4).
- •Cambridge Elementary is the larger school with 738 students compared with 675.
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 Cambridge Elementary better than Vaca Pena Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cambridge Elementary ranks higher (46.4 vs 29.3 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 Cambridge Elementary and Vaca Pena Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Vacaville and Vacaville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cambridge Elementary: 738. Vaca Pena Middle: 675. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cambridge Elementary and Vaca Pena Middle rank in California?
Cambridge Elementary is 2106th of 5,693 and Vaca Pena Middle is 865th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).