Elmhurst Elementary vs Golden Valley Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmhurst Elementary
Ventura · Public elementary · Grades K–5
378 students
Golden Valley Charter
Ventura · Charter other · Grades K–12
574 students
| Measure | Elmhurst Elementary Ventura, California | Golden Valley Charter Ventura, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #3526 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #40022 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 378 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 35.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 31.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 34% |
| city | Ventura | Ventura |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Valley Charter does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Golden Valley Charter does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 40%).
- •Golden Valley Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.5% vs 71.7%).
- •Elmhurst Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 31.9).
- •Golden Valley Charter is the larger school with 574 students compared with 378.
- •Elmhurst Elementary is a public school while Golden Valley Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Elmhurst Elementary better than Golden Valley Charter?
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 Elmhurst Elementary and Golden Valley Charter?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Ventura and Ventura in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmhurst Elementary: 378. Golden Valley Charter: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmhurst Elementary and Golden Valley Charter rank in California?
Elmhurst Elementary is 3526th of 5,693 and Golden Valley Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).