Deerfield Elementary vs Plaza Vista
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Deerfield Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–6
615 students
Plaza Vista
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–8
835 students
| Measure | Deerfield Elementary Irvine, California | Plaza Vista Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #428 of 5,693 | #475 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6577 of 50,301 | #7082 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 615 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 615 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 20.3% | 20.2% |
| Students per teacher | 30.8 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 75% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.2 vs 76.4).
- •Deerfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 75%).
- •Deerfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 76%).
- •Plaza Vista does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (20.2% vs 20.3%).
- •Plaza Vista does better on students per teacher (26.1 vs 30.8).
- •Plaza Vista is the larger school with 835 students compared with 615.
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 Deerfield Elementary better than Plaza Vista?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Deerfield Elementary and Plaza Vista?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Deerfield Elementary: 615. Plaza Vista: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Deerfield Elementary and Plaza Vista rank in California?
Deerfield Elementary is 428th of 5,693 and Plaza Vista is 475th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).