Creekside Elementary vs Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 592 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Elementary
Moreno Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
612 students
Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM
Moreno Valley · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
210 students
| Measure | Creekside Elementary Moreno Valley, California | Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM Moreno Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5189 of 5,693 | #4851 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48415 of 50,301 | #47123 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 612 | 210 |
| Enrollment | 612 | 210 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.9% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | – |
| Math proficiency | 19% | – |
| city | Moreno Valley | Moreno Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.0 vs 13.2).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 93.3%).
- •Creekside Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.3).
- •Creekside Elementary is the larger school with 612 students compared with 210.
- •Creekside Elementary is a public school while Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Creekside Elementary better than Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM?
On the Success Index (US), Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM ranks higher (16.0 vs 13.2 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 Creekside Elementary and Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM?
About 592 m in a straight line, between Moreno Valley and Moreno Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Elementary: 612. Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM: 210. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Elementary and Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM rank in California?
Creekside Elementary is 5189th of 5,693 and Garvey/Allen Visual & Performing Arts Academy for STEM is 4851st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).