Jenny Lind Elementary vs Valley Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jenny Lind Elementary
Valley Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–7
475 students
Valley Springs Elementary
Valley Springs · Public elementary · Grades K–5
383 students
| Measure | Jenny Lind Elementary Valley Springs, California | Valley Springs Elementary Valley Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4237 of 5,693 | #3450 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44162 of 50,301 | #39433 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 475 | 383 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 383 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 58.7% |
| Students per teacher | 27.9 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 31% |
| city | Valley Springs | Valley Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valley Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.7 vs 21.1).
- •Valley Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 15%).
- •Valley Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Jenny Lind Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 58.7%).
- •Valley Springs Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 27.9).
- •Jenny Lind Elementary is the larger school with 475 students compared with 383.
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 Jenny Lind Elementary better than Valley Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Valley Springs Elementary ranks higher (28.7 vs 21.1 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 Jenny Lind Elementary and Valley Springs Elementary?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Valley Springs and Valley Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jenny Lind Elementary: 475. Valley Springs Elementary: 383. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jenny Lind Elementary and Valley Springs Elementary rank in California?
Jenny Lind Elementary is 4237th of 5,693 and Valley Springs Elementary is 3450th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).