Cedarwood Elementary vs Paradise Ridge Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 8.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cedarwood Elementary
Magalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
271 students
Paradise Ridge Elementary
Paradise · Public elementary · Grades K–6
496 students
| Measure | Cedarwood Elementary Magalia, California | Paradise Ridge Elementary Paradise, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4183 of 5,693 | #2970 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43820 of 50,301 | #35871 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 271 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 271 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Magalia | Paradise |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Paradise Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 21.6).
- •Paradise Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.7% vs 80.8%).
- •Cedarwood Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 23.6).
- •Paradise Ridge Elementary is the larger school with 496 students compared with 271.
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 Cedarwood Elementary better than Paradise Ridge Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Paradise Ridge Elementary ranks higher (34.1 vs 21.6 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 Cedarwood Elementary and Paradise Ridge Elementary?
About 8.8 km in a straight line, between Magalia and Paradise in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cedarwood Elementary: 271. Paradise Ridge Elementary: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cedarwood Elementary and Paradise Ridge Elementary rank in California?
Cedarwood Elementary is 4183rd of 5,693 and Paradise Ridge Elementary is 2970th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).