Diamond Valley Elementary vs Surprise Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 309 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Diamond Valley Elementary
Markleeville · Public elementary · Grades K–8
51 students
Surprise Valley Elementary
Cedarville · Public elementary · Grades K–7
51 students
| Measure | Diamond Valley Elementary Markleeville, California | Surprise Valley Elementary Cedarville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | – |
| National rank | – | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 51 | 51 |
| Enrollment | 51 | 51 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 68.6% |
| Students per teacher | 10.2 | 12.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 54.5% |
| Math proficiency | 44.5% | 44.5% |
| city | Markleeville | Cedarville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Surprise Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.6 vs 48.1).
- •Surprise Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 76.5%).
- •Diamond Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (10.2 vs 12.8).
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 Diamond Valley Elementary better than Surprise Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Surprise Valley Elementary ranks higher (49.6 vs 48.1 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 Diamond Valley Elementary and Surprise Valley Elementary?
About 309 km in a straight line, between Markleeville and Cedarville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Diamond Valley Elementary: 51. Surprise Valley Elementary: 51. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Diamond Valley Elementary and Surprise Valley Elementary rank in California?
Diamond Valley Elementary is unranked and Surprise Valley Elementary is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).