Golden Valley Elementary vs Palm Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 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
Palm Elementary
Orosi · Public elementary · Grades K–5
573 students
| Measure | Golden Valley Elementary Orosi, California | Palm Elementary Orosi, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2713 of 5,693 | #2801 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33418 of 50,301 | #34324 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 603 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 50% |
| city | Orosi | Orosi |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.8 vs 36.5).
- •Palm Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 48%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 49%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.4% vs 94.6%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 20.5).
- •Golden Valley Elementary is the larger school with 603 students compared with 573.
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 Palm Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Valley Elementary ranks higher (37.8 vs 36.5 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 Valley Elementary and Palm Elementary?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Orosi and Orosi in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Valley Elementary: 603. Palm Elementary: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Valley Elementary and Palm Elementary rank in California?
Golden Valley Elementary is 2713th of 5,693 and Palm Elementary is 2801st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).