Florence Elementary vs Paradise Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 12 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Florence Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
Paradise Hills Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
| Measure | Florence Elementary San Diego, California | Paradise Hills Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1560 of 5,693 | #2762 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20586 of 50,301 | #33919 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 213 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 213 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 64.8% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.4 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Florence Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 37.1).
- •Florence Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Florence Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 47%).
- •Florence Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64.8% vs 75.1%).
- •Florence Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 23.7).
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 Florence Elementary better than Paradise Hills Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Florence Elementary ranks higher (56.5 vs 37.1 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 Florence Elementary and Paradise Hills Elementary?
About 12 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Florence Elementary: 213. Paradise Hills Elementary: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Florence Elementary and Paradise Hills Elementary rank in California?
Florence Elementary is 1560th of 5,693 and Paradise Hills Elementary is 2762nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).