Desert Garden Elementary vs Grace Thille Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 368 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Garden Elementary
El Centro · Public elementary · Grades K–6
358 students
Grace Thille Elementary
Santa Paula · Public elementary · Grades K–6
358 students
| Measure | Desert Garden Elementary El Centro, California | Grace Thille Elementary Santa Paula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3444 of 5,693 | #2780 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39390 of 50,301 | #34097 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 358 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 45% |
| city | El Centro | Santa Paula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Grace Thille Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.8 vs 28.7).
- •Grace Thille Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 33%).
- •Grace Thille Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 45%).
- •Desert Garden Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 93%).
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 Desert Garden Elementary better than Grace Thille Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Grace Thille Elementary ranks higher (36.8 vs 28.7 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 Desert Garden Elementary and Grace Thille Elementary?
About 368 km in a straight line, between El Centro and Santa Paula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Garden Elementary: 358. Grace Thille Elementary: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Garden Elementary and Grace Thille Elementary rank in California?
Desert Garden Elementary is 3444th of 5,693 and Grace Thille Elementary is 2780th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).