Chula Vista Middle vs Vista Square Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 120 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chula Vista Middle
Chula Vista · Public middle · Grades 7–8
678 students
Vista Square Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
554 students
| Measure | Chula Vista Middle Chula Vista, California | Vista Square Elementary Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #755 of 1,334 | #3389 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12233 of 15,369 | #38969 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 678 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 33% |
| city | Chula Vista | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vista Square Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.4 vs 28.3).
- •Vista Square Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •Vista Square Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 38%).
- •Chula Vista Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.3% vs 80.7%).
- •Chula Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.2).
- •Chula Vista Middle is the larger school with 678 students compared with 554.
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 Chula Vista Middle better than Vista Square Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vista Square Elementary ranks higher (29.4 vs 28.3 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 Chula Vista Middle and Vista Square Elementary?
About 120 m in a straight line, between Chula Vista and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chula Vista Middle: 678. Vista Square Elementary: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chula Vista Middle and Vista Square Elementary rank in California?
Chula Vista Middle is 755th of 1,334 and Vista Square Elementary is 3389th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).