Golden Hill K-8 vs McGill School of Success
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 944 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Hill K-8
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–8
464 students
McGill School of Success
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
108 students
| Measure | Golden Hill K-8 San Diego, California | McGill School of Success San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3420 of 5,693 | #4446 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39195 of 50,301 | #45167 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 108 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 108 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 83.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 22% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Hill K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 19.5).
- •Golden Hill K-8 does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Golden Hill K-8 does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 27%).
- •Golden Hill K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69% vs 83.3%).
- •McGill School of Success does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 23.2).
- •Golden Hill K-8 is the larger school with 464 students compared with 108.
- •Golden Hill K-8 is a public school while McGill School of Success is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Golden Hill K-8 better than McGill School of Success?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Hill K-8 ranks higher (29.0 vs 19.5 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 Golden Hill K-8 and McGill School of Success?
About 944 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Hill K-8: 464. McGill School of Success: 108. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Hill K-8 and McGill School of Success rank in California?
Golden Hill K-8 is 3420th of 5,693 and McGill School of Success is 4446th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).