Hayfork Elementary vs Pauma Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 974 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hayfork Elementary
Hayfork · Public elementary · Grades K–8
245 students
Pauma Elementary
Pauma Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
245 students
| Measure | Hayfork Elementary Hayfork, California | Pauma Elementary Pauma Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3001 of 5,693 | #4086 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36112 of 50,301 | #43295 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 245 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.9% | 76.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 12% |
| city | Hayfork | Pauma Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hayfork Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.7 vs 22.5).
- •Hayfork Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 12%).
- •Hayfork Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.9% vs 76.7%).
- •Pauma Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.5).
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 Hayfork Elementary better than Pauma Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hayfork Elementary ranks higher (33.7 vs 22.5 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 Hayfork Elementary and Pauma Elementary?
About 974 km in a straight line, between Hayfork and Pauma Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hayfork Elementary: 245. Pauma Elementary: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hayfork Elementary and Pauma Elementary rank in California?
Hayfork Elementary is 3001st of 5,693 and Pauma Elementary is 4086th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).