Golden Valley Elementary vs Rail Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 382 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
Rail Ranch Elementary
Murrieta · Public elementary · Grades K–5
603 students
| Measure | Golden Valley Elementary Orosi, California | Rail Ranch Elementary Murrieta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2713 of 5,693 | #1619 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33418 of 50,301 | #21344 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 603 | 603 |
| Enrollment | 603 | 603 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.4% | 63.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 26.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 61% |
| city | Orosi | Murrieta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rail Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.5 vs 37.8).
- •Rail Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (61% vs 48%).
- •Rail Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 50%).
- •Rail Ranch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.5% vs 90.4%).
- •Golden Valley Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 26.2).
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 Rail Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rail Ranch Elementary ranks higher (55.5 vs 37.8 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 Rail Ranch Elementary?
About 382 km in a straight line, between Orosi and Murrieta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Valley Elementary: 603. Rail Ranch Elementary: 603. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Valley Elementary and Rail Ranch Elementary rank in California?
Golden Valley Elementary is 2713th of 5,693 and Rail Ranch Elementary is 1619th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).