Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary vs Golden Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary
Newhall · Public elementary · Grades K–6
414 students
Golden Valley High
Santa Clarita · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,980 students
| Measure | Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary Newhall, California | Golden Valley High Santa Clarita, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2956 of 5,693 | #348 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #35774 of 50,301 | #7688 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 414 | 1,980 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 1,980 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86% | 42.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 37% |
| city | Newhall | Santa Clarita |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.6 vs 34.2).
- •Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 48%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.3% vs 86%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.4).
- •Golden Valley High is the larger school with 1,980 students compared with 414.
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 Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary better than Golden Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Valley High ranks higher (52.6 vs 34.2 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 Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary and Golden Valley High?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Newhall and Santa Clarita in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary: 414. Golden Valley High: 1,980. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary and Golden Valley High rank in California?
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary is 2956th of 5,693 and Golden Valley High is 348th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).