Columbus Avenue Elementary vs Monterey Road Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 250 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Avenue Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
382 students
Monterey Road Elementary
Atascadero · Public elementary · Grades K–5
382 students
| Measure | Columbus Avenue Elementary Van Nuys, California | Monterey Road Elementary Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #5471 of 5,693 | #1390 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49448 of 50,301 | #18593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 382 | 382 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 382 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 42.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 57% |
| city | Van Nuys | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monterey Road Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 10.0).
- •Monterey Road Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 17%).
- •Monterey Road Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 25%).
- •Monterey Road Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.1% vs 96.1%).
- •Columbus Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 25.5).
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 Columbus Avenue Elementary better than Monterey Road Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monterey Road Elementary ranks higher (59.4 vs 10.0 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 Columbus Avenue Elementary and Monterey Road Elementary?
About 250 km in a straight line, between Van Nuys and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Avenue Elementary: 382. Monterey Road Elementary: 382. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Avenue Elementary and Monterey Road Elementary rank in California?
Columbus Avenue Elementary is 5471st of 5,693 and Monterey Road Elementary is 1390th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).