Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary vs Palos Verdes Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.9 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
Palos Verdes Intermediate
Palos Verdes Estates · Public middle · Grades 6–8
735 students
| Measure | Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes, California | Palos Verdes Intermediate Palos Verdes Estates, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #58 of 5,693 | #61 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2660 of 50,301 | #1384 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 411 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 411 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.5% | 9.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 73% |
| 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 80.7).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 73%).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 80%).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.5% vs 9.4%).
- •Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.0).
- •Palos Verdes Intermediate is the larger school with 735 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 Palos Verdes Intermediate?
On the Success Index (US), Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary ranks higher (84.5 vs 80.7 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 Palos Verdes Intermediate?
About 2.9 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. Palos Verdes Intermediate: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary and Palos Verdes Intermediate rank in California?
Cornerstone at Pedregal Elementary is 58th of 5,693 and Palos Verdes Intermediate is 61st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).