J. H. McGaugh Elementary vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 56 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. H. McGaugh Elementary
Seal Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
721 students
Monte Vista Elementary
La Crescenta · Public elementary · Grades K–6
721 students
| Measure | J. H. McGaugh Elementary Seal Beach, California | Monte Vista Elementary La Crescenta, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #430 of 5,693 | #385 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6587 of 50,301 | #6149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 721 | 721 |
| Enrollment | 721 | 721 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 85% |
| city | Seal Beach | La Crescenta |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (77.2 vs 78.0).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (85% vs 74%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •J. H. McGaugh Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18% vs 32%).
- •J. H. McGaugh Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 27.7).
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 J. H. McGaugh Elementary better than Monte Vista Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are J. H. McGaugh Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 56 km in a straight line, between Seal Beach and La Crescenta in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. H. McGaugh Elementary: 721. Monte Vista Elementary: 721. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. H. McGaugh Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary rank in California?
J. H. McGaugh Elementary is 430th of 5,693 and Monte Vista Elementary is 385th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).