Central Elementary vs Dona Merced Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Rancho Cucamonga · Public elementary · Grades K–5
436 students
Dona Merced Elementary
Rancho Cucamonga · Public elementary · Grades K–5
547 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, California | Dona Merced Elementary Rancho Cucamonga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3240 of 5,693 | #1882 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37863 of 50,301 | #24969 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 436 | 547 |
| Enrollment | 436 | 547 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.2% | 67.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 55% |
| city | Rancho Cucamonga | Rancho Cucamonga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dona Merced Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.3 vs 31.0).
- •Dona Merced Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 37%).
- •Dona Merced Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 44%).
- •Dona Merced Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.8% vs 75.2%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 24.9).
- •Dona Merced Elementary is the larger school with 547 students compared with 436.
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 Central Elementary better than Dona Merced Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Dona Merced Elementary ranks higher (50.3 vs 31.0 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 Central Elementary and Dona Merced Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Rancho Cucamonga and Rancho Cucamonga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 436. Dona Merced Elementary: 547. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Dona Merced Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3240th of 5,693 and Dona Merced Elementary is 1882nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).