Golden Hill K-8 vs Rowan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km 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
Rowan Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
205 students
| Measure | Golden Hill K-8 San Diego, California | Rowan Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3420 of 5,693 | #2802 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39195 of 50,301 | #34331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 464 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 464 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rowan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.5 vs 29.0).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 45%).
- •Golden Hill K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69% vs 79%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.2).
- •Golden Hill K-8 is the larger school with 464 students compared with 205.
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 Rowan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rowan Elementary ranks higher (36.5 vs 29.0 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 Rowan Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Hill K-8: 464. Rowan Elementary: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Hill K-8 and Rowan Elementary rank in California?
Golden Hill K-8 is 3420th of 5,693 and Rowan Elementary is 2802nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).