Golden Valley Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 7.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Valley Elementary
Orosi · Public elementary · Grades K–5
603 students
Jefferson Elementary
Dinuba · Public elementary · Grades K–6
507 students
| Measure | Golden Valley Elementary Orosi, California | Jefferson Elementary Dinuba, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2713 of 5,693 | #2876 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33418 of 50,301 | #35033 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 603 | 507 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 507 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 81.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 44% |
| city | Orosi | Dinuba |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 35.4).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (48% vs 44%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 47%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.1% vs 90.4%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 22.0).
- •Golden Valley Elementary is the larger school with 603 students compared with 507.
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 Valley Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Valley Elementary ranks higher (37.8 vs 35.4 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 Valley Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 7.9 km in a straight line, between Orosi and Dinuba in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Valley Elementary: 603. Jefferson Elementary: 507. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Valley Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Golden Valley Elementary is 2713th of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 2876th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).