Kennedy Gardens Elementary vs Rancho Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 177 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy Gardens Elementary
Calexico · Public elementary · Grades K–6
484 students
Rancho Elementary
Temecula · Public elementary · Grades K–5
484 students
| Measure | Kennedy Gardens Elementary Calexico, California | Rancho Elementary Temecula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #5398 of 5,693 | #1376 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49174 of 50,301 | #18421 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 484 | 484 |
| Enrollment | 484 | 484 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.4% | 32% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 52% |
| city | Calexico | Temecula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 11.0).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 15%).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 31%).
- •Rancho Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32% vs 93.4%).
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 Kennedy Gardens Elementary better than Rancho Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Elementary ranks higher (59.7 vs 11.0 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 Kennedy Gardens Elementary and Rancho Elementary?
About 177 km in a straight line, between Calexico and Temecula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy Gardens Elementary: 484. Rancho Elementary: 484. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy Gardens Elementary and Rancho Elementary rank in California?
Kennedy Gardens Elementary is 5398th of 5,693 and Rancho Elementary is 1376th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).