Charles Helmers Elementary vs Marin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 510 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Helmers Elementary
Valencia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
524 students
Marin Elementary
Albany · Public elementary · Grades K–5
524 students
| Measure | Charles Helmers Elementary Valencia, California | Marin Elementary Albany, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #894 of 5,693 | #408 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12258 of 50,301 | #6376 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 524 | 524 |
| Enrollment | 524 | 524 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.6% | 26.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 78% |
| city | Valencia | Albany |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 68.6).
- •Marin Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 59%).
- •Marin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 71%).
- •Charles Helmers Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 26.1%).
- •Marin Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.0 vs 26.2).
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 Charles Helmers Elementary better than Marin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marin Elementary ranks higher (77.6 vs 68.6 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 Charles Helmers Elementary and Marin Elementary?
About 510 km in a straight line, between Valencia and Albany in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles Helmers Elementary: 524. Marin Elementary: 524. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles Helmers Elementary and Marin Elementary rank in California?
Charles Helmers Elementary is 894th of 5,693 and Marin Elementary is 408th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).