Golden Hills Elementary vs Hidden Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 186 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Hills Elementary
Oroville · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
274 students
Hidden Valley Elementary
San Anselmo · Public elementary · Grades K–5
274 students
| Measure | Golden Hills Elementary Oroville, California | Hidden Valley Elementary San Anselmo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4531 of 5,693 | #185 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45656 of 50,301 | #4005 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 274 | 274 |
| Enrollment | 274 | 274 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.7% | 8.4% |
| Students per teacher | 27.4 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 82% |
| city | Oroville | San Anselmo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hidden Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 18.7).
- •Hidden Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 27%).
- •Hidden Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 33%).
- •Hidden Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.4% vs 84.7%).
- •Hidden Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 27.4).
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 Hills Elementary better than Hidden Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hidden Valley Elementary ranks higher (81.8 vs 18.7 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 Hills Elementary and Hidden Valley Elementary?
About 186 km in a straight line, between Oroville and San Anselmo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Hills Elementary: 274. Hidden Valley Elementary: 274. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Hills Elementary and Hidden Valley Elementary rank in California?
Golden Hills Elementary is 4531st of 5,693 and Hidden Valley Elementary is 185th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).