Camino Grove Elementary vs First Avenue Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Camino Grove Elementary
Arcadia · Public elementary · Grades K–5
695 students
First Avenue Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
| Measure | Camino Grove Elementary Arcadia, California | First Avenue Middle Arcadia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #596 of 5,693 | #128 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8498 of 50,301 | #2260 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 695 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 695 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 29.2% | 32.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.7 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 74% |
| city | Arcadia | Arcadia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •First Avenue Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 74.1).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 73%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 76%).
- •Camino Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.2% vs 32.7%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 26.7).
- •First Avenue Middle is the larger school with 771 students compared with 695.
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 Camino Grove Elementary better than First Avenue Middle?
On the Success Index (US), First Avenue Middle ranks higher (75.5 vs 74.1 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 Camino Grove Elementary and First Avenue Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Arcadia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Camino Grove Elementary: 695. First Avenue Middle: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Camino Grove Elementary and First Avenue Middle rank in California?
Camino Grove Elementary is 596th of 5,693 and First Avenue Middle is 128th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).