Golden View Elementary vs Willow Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 16 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden View Elementary
Huntington Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
346 students
Willow Elementary
Lakewood · Public elementary · Grades K–6
346 students
| Measure | Golden View Elementary Huntington Beach, California | Willow Elementary Lakewood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2597 of 5,693 | #2815 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32397 of 50,301 | #34489 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 346 | 346 |
| Enrollment | 346 | 346 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 68.8% | 80.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 36% |
| city | Huntington Beach | Lakewood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden View Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.3 vs 36.3).
- •Golden View Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 36%).
- •Willow Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Golden View Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.8% vs 80.3%).
- •Willow Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 24.7).
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 View Elementary better than Willow Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden View Elementary ranks higher (39.3 vs 36.3 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 View Elementary and Willow Elementary?
About 16 km in a straight line, between Huntington Beach and Lakewood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden View Elementary: 346. Willow Elementary: 346. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden View Elementary and Willow Elementary rank in California?
Golden View Elementary is 2597th of 5,693 and Willow Elementary is 2815th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).