La Jolla Elementary vs Ridge Crest Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Jolla Elementary
Moreno Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
671 students
Ridge Crest Elementary
Moreno Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
575 students
| Measure | La Jolla Elementary Moreno Valley, California | Ridge Crest Elementary Moreno Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4575 of 5,693 | #3823 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45861 of 50,301 | #41847 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 671 | 575 |
| Enrollment | 671 | 575 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 83% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 35% |
| city | Moreno Valley | Moreno Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ridge Crest Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 18.4).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 28%).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 32%).
- •Ridge Crest Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83% vs 84.1%).
- •La Jolla Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.0).
- •La Jolla Elementary is the larger school with 671 students compared with 575.
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 La Jolla Elementary better than Ridge Crest Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ridge Crest Elementary ranks higher (24.8 vs 18.4 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 La Jolla Elementary and Ridge Crest Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Moreno Valley and Moreno Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Jolla Elementary: 671. Ridge Crest Elementary: 575. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Jolla Elementary and Ridge Crest Elementary rank in California?
La Jolla Elementary is 4575th of 5,693 and Ridge Crest Elementary is 3823rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).