Cerra Vista Elementary vs Rancho Santana
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cerra Vista Elementary
Hollister · Public elementary · Grades K–5
602 students
Rancho Santana
Hollister · Public elementary · Grades K–8
678 students
| Measure | Cerra Vista Elementary Hollister, California | Rancho Santana Hollister, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2406 of 5,693 | #2821 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30805 of 50,301 | #34542 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 602 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.8% | 53.5% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Hollister | Hollister |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cerra Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 36.2).
- •Cerra Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.8% vs 53.5%).
- •Cerra Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.2 vs 27.1).
- •Rancho Santana is the larger school with 678 students compared with 602.
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 Cerra Vista Elementary better than Rancho Santana?
On the Success Index (US), Cerra Vista Elementary ranks higher (41.7 vs 36.2 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 Cerra Vista Elementary and Rancho Santana?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hollister and Hollister in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cerra Vista Elementary: 602. Rancho Santana: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cerra Vista Elementary and Rancho Santana rank in California?
Cerra Vista Elementary is 2406th of 5,693 and Rancho Santana is 2821st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).