Garden Grove Elementary vs Katherine Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garden Grove Elementary
Simi Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
283 students
Katherine Elementary
Simi Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
300 students
| Measure | Garden Grove Elementary Simi Valley, California | Katherine Elementary Simi Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2424 of 5,693 | #2417 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30932 of 50,301 | #30881 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 283 | 300 |
| Enrollment | 283 | 300 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.7% | 52.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Simi Valley | Simi Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (41.5 vs 41.6).
- •Katherine Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 59.7%).
- •Garden Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.9 vs 23.1).
- •Katherine Elementary is the larger school with 300 students compared with 283.
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 Katherine Elementary?
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 Katherine Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Simi Valley and Simi Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garden Grove Elementary: 283. Katherine Elementary: 300. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garden Grove Elementary and Katherine Elementary rank in California?
Garden Grove Elementary is 2424th of 5,693 and Katherine Elementary is 2417th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).