Gidley Elementary vs Rio Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 863 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gidley Elementary
El Monte · Public elementary · Grades K–8
454 students
Rio Vista Elementary
El Monte · Public elementary · Grades K–6
294 students
| Measure | Gidley Elementary El Monte, California | Rio Vista Elementary El Monte, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2348 of 5,693 | #2231 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30223 of 50,301 | #29096 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 454 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 454 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 15.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 44% |
| city | El Monte | El Monte |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rio Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 42.6).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 42%).
- •Gidley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 54%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 82.8%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 18.2).
- •Gidley Elementary is the larger school with 454 students compared with 294.
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 Gidley Elementary better than Rio Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rio Vista Elementary ranks higher (44.3 vs 42.6 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 Gidley Elementary and Rio Vista Elementary?
About 863 m in a straight line, between El Monte and El Monte in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gidley Elementary: 454. Rio Vista Elementary: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gidley Elementary and Rio Vista Elementary rank in California?
Gidley Elementary is 2348th of 5,693 and Rio Vista Elementary is 2231st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).