Golden View Elementary vs Sycamore Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden View Elementary
San Ramon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
654 students
Sycamore Valley Elementary
Danville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
559 students
| Measure | Golden View Elementary San Ramon, California | Sycamore Valley Elementary Danville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #251 of 5,693 | #156 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4705 of 50,301 | #3767 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 654 | 559 |
| Enrollment | 654 | 559 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 5.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| city | San Ramon | Danville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 80.5).
- •Sycamore Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Sycamore Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Sycamore Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 10.4%).
- •Golden View Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 24.3).
- •Golden View Elementary is the larger school with 654 students compared with 559.
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 Sycamore Valley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Valley Elementary ranks higher (82.3 vs 80.5 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 View Elementary and Sycamore Valley Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between San Ramon and Danville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden View Elementary: 654. Sycamore Valley Elementary: 559. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden View Elementary and Sycamore Valley Elementary rank in California?
Golden View Elementary is 251st of 5,693 and Sycamore Valley Elementary is 156th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).