Curie Elementary vs Vannoy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 696 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curie Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
Vannoy Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
536 students
| Measure | Curie Elementary San Diego, California | Vannoy Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #250 of 5,693 | #782 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4701 of 50,301 | #10842 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 536 | 536 |
| Enrollment | 536 | 536 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.8% | 29.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 69% |
| city | San Diego | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Curie Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.5 vs 70.7).
- •Curie Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •Curie Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 69%).
- •Curie Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.8% vs 29.5%).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Curie Elementary better than Vannoy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Curie Elementary ranks higher (80.5 vs 70.7 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 Curie Elementary and Vannoy Elementary?
About 696 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Castro Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curie Elementary: 536. Vannoy Elementary: 536. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curie Elementary and Vannoy Elementary rank in California?
Curie Elementary is 250th of 5,693 and Vannoy Elementary is 782nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).