Donlon Elementary vs Walnut Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donlon Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
700 students
Walnut Grove Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
629 students
| Measure | Donlon Elementary Pleasanton, California | Walnut Grove Elementary Pleasanton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #285 of 5,693 | #267 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #5017 of 50,301 | #4869 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 700 | 629 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 629 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 5.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 27.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 77% |
| city | Pleasanton | Pleasanton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (79.9 vs 80.3).
- •Walnut Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 78%).
- •Walnut Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.1% vs 10.4%).
- •Donlon Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 27.3).
- •Donlon Elementary is the larger school with 700 students compared with 629.
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 Donlon Elementary better than Walnut Grove Elementary?
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 Donlon Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Pleasanton and Pleasanton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donlon Elementary: 700. Walnut Grove Elementary: 629. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donlon Elementary and Walnut Grove Elementary rank in California?
Donlon Elementary is 285th of 5,693 and Walnut Grove Elementary is 267th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).