Cesar Chavez Middle vs Victoria Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cesar Chavez Middle
Lynwood · Public middle · Grades 7–8
882 students
Victoria Avenue Elementary
South Gate · Public elementary · Grades K–5
272 students
| Measure | Cesar Chavez Middle Lynwood, California | Victoria Avenue Elementary South Gate, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1283 of 1,334 | #2822 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15174 of 15,369 | #34555 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 882 | 272 |
| Enrollment | 882 | 272 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.4% | 97.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 18.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 50% |
| city | Lynwood | South Gate |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Victoria Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.2 vs 8.9).
- •Victoria Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 15%).
- •Victoria Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Cesar Chavez Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.4% vs 97.4%).
- •Victoria Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 25.9).
- •Cesar Chavez Middle is the larger school with 882 students compared with 272.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Cesar Chavez Middle better than Victoria Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Victoria Avenue Elementary ranks higher (36.2 vs 8.9 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 Cesar Chavez Middle and Victoria Avenue Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lynwood and South Gate in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cesar Chavez Middle: 882. Victoria Avenue Elementary: 272. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cesar Chavez Middle and Victoria Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Cesar Chavez Middle is 1283rd of 1,334 and Victoria Avenue Elementary is 2822nd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).