Garden Grove Elementary vs Valinda School of Academics
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 58 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garden Grove Elementary
Reseda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
306 students
Valinda School of Academics
Valinda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
306 students
| Measure | Garden Grove Elementary Reseda, California | Valinda School of Academics Valinda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3619 of 5,693 | #3697 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40649 of 50,301 | #41113 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 306 | 306 |
| Enrollment | 306 | 306 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.1% | 77.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| city | Reseda | Valinda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.6 vs 26.0).
- •Garden Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Garden Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Valinda School of Academics does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.8% vs 94.1%).
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 Garden Grove Elementary better than Valinda School of Academics?
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 Garden Grove Elementary and Valinda School of Academics?
About 58 km in a straight line, between Reseda and Valinda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garden Grove Elementary: 306. Valinda School of Academics: 306. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garden Grove Elementary and Valinda School of Academics rank in California?
Garden Grove Elementary is 3619th of 5,693 and Valinda School of Academics is 3697th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).