College Park Elementary vs Rivera Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 39 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
College Park Elementary
Costa Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–6
473 students
Rivera Elementary
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
473 students
| Measure | College Park Elementary Costa Mesa, California | Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3956 of 5,693 | #3867 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42612 of 50,301 | #42143 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 473 | 473 |
| Enrollment | 473 | 473 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| city | Costa Mesa | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.5 vs 24.3).
- •Rivera Elementary does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Rivera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 35%).
- •College Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.4% vs 85%).
- •College Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 26.3).
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 College Park Elementary better than Rivera Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are College Park Elementary and Rivera Elementary?
About 39 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
College Park Elementary: 473. Rivera Elementary: 473. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do College Park Elementary and Rivera Elementary rank in California?
College Park Elementary is 3956th of 5,693 and Rivera Elementary is 3867th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).