Elmhurst Elementary vs Montalvo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.5 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
Montalvo Elementary
Ventura · Public elementary · Grades K–5
397 students
| Measure | Elmhurst Elementary Ventura, California | Montalvo Elementary Ventura, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3526 of 5,693 | #2554 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40022 of 50,301 | #32010 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 378 | 397 |
| Enrollment | 378 | 397 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.7% | 66.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 24.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 47% |
| city | Ventura | Ventura |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Montalvo Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.9 vs 27.6).
- •Montalvo Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 31%).
- •Montalvo Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 40%).
- •Montalvo Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (66.5% vs 71.7%).
- •Elmhurst Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 24.8).
- •Montalvo Elementary is the larger school with 397 students compared with 378.
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 Montalvo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Montalvo Elementary ranks higher (39.9 vs 27.6 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 Elmhurst Elementary and Montalvo Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Ventura and Ventura in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmhurst Elementary: 378. Montalvo Elementary: 397. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmhurst Elementary and Montalvo Elementary rank in California?
Elmhurst Elementary is 3526th of 5,693 and Montalvo Elementary is 2554th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).