Discovery Elementary vs Double Peak
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery Elementary
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–5
717 students
Double Peak
San Marcos · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,171 students
| Measure | Discovery Elementary San Marcos, California | Double Peak San Marcos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #554 of 5,693 | #462 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8009 of 50,301 | #6930 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 717 | 1,171 |
| Enrollment | 717 | 1,171 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.4% | 21% |
| Students per teacher | 26.6 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 80% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 70% |
| city | San Marcos | San Marcos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Double Peak scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.6 vs 74.9).
- •Double Peak does better on math proficiency (70% vs 66%).
- •Double Peak does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 80%).
- •Discovery Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.4% vs 21%).
- •Double Peak does better on students per teacher (23.4 vs 26.6).
- •Double Peak is the larger school with 1,171 students compared with 717.
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 Discovery Elementary better than Double Peak?
On the Success Index (US), Double Peak ranks higher (76.6 vs 74.9 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 Discovery Elementary and Double Peak?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between San Marcos and San Marcos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery Elementary: 717. Double Peak: 1,171. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery Elementary and Double Peak rank in California?
Discovery Elementary is 554th of 5,693 and Double Peak is 462nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).