Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary vs Montemalaga Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary
Rancho Palos Verdes · Public elementary · Grades K–5
411 students
Montemalaga Elementary
Palos Verdes Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
| Measure | Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes, California | Montemalaga Elementary Palos Verdes Estates, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #58 of 5,693 | #121 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2660 of 50,301 | #3438 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 411 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.5% | 5.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 78% |
| city | Rancho Palos Verdes | Palos Verdes Estates |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 82.9).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 78%).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 86%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 8.5%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.8).
- •Montemalaga Elementary is the larger school with 416 students compared with 411.
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 Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary better than Montemalaga Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary ranks higher (84.5 vs 82.9 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 Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary and Montemalaga Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Rancho Palos Verdes and Palos Verdes Estates in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary: 411. Montemalaga Elementary: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary and Montemalaga Elementary rank in California?
Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary is 58th of 5,693 and Montemalaga Elementary is 121st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).