Glorietta Elementary vs Happy Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glorietta Elementary
Orinda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
445 students
Happy Valley Elementary
Lafayette · Public elementary · Grades K–5
463 students
| Measure | Glorietta Elementary Orinda, California | Happy Valley Elementary Lafayette, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #45 of 5,693 | #46 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #2481 of 50,301 | #2483 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 445 | 463 |
| Enrollment | 445 | 463 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 1.8% | 3.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 88% | 89% |
| city | Orinda | Lafayette |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.9 vs 84.9).
- •Happy Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (89% vs 88%).
- •Glorietta Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.8% vs 3.2%).
- •Happy Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 23.4).
- •Happy Valley Elementary is the larger school with 463 students compared with 445.
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 Glorietta Elementary better than Happy Valley 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 Glorietta Elementary and Happy Valley Elementary?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Orinda and Lafayette in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glorietta Elementary: 445. Happy Valley Elementary: 463. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glorietta Elementary and Happy Valley Elementary rank in California?
Glorietta Elementary is 45th of 5,693 and Happy Valley Elementary is 46th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).