Golden Valley High vs Pioneer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Valley High
Merced · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,917 students
Pioneer Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–5
1,055 students
| Measure | Golden Valley High Merced, California | Pioneer Elementary Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1067 of 1,343 | #3369 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14958 of 16,910 | #38823 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,917 | 1,055 |
| Enrollment | 1,917 | 1,055 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.1% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 37% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.6 vs 21.9).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 14%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 47%).
- •Golden Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.1% vs 91.2%).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 21.5).
- •Golden Valley High is the larger school with 1,917 students compared with 1,055.
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 High better than Pioneer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Elementary ranks higher (29.6 vs 21.9 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 High and Pioneer Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Valley High: 1,917. Pioneer Elementary: 1,055. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Valley High and Pioneer Elementary rank in California?
Golden Valley High is 1067th of 1,343 and Pioneer Elementary is 3369th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).