Linda Vista Magnet Elementary vs Los Altos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary
Mission Viejo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
263 students
Los Altos Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–6
263 students
| Measure | Linda Vista Magnet Elementary Mission Viejo, California | Los Altos Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3923 of 5,693 | #3199 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42441 of 50,301 | #37557 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 263 | 263 |
| Enrollment | 263 | 263 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Mission Viejo | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Los Altos Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.5 vs 23.8).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Linda Vista Magnet Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.1% vs 82.1%).
- •Los Altos Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 20.2).
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 Linda Vista Magnet Elementary better than Los Altos Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Los Altos Elementary ranks higher (31.5 vs 23.8 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 Linda Vista Magnet Elementary and Los Altos Elementary?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Mission Viejo and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary: 263. Los Altos Elementary: 263. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Linda Vista Magnet Elementary and Los Altos Elementary rank in California?
Linda Vista Magnet Elementary is 3923rd of 5,693 and Los Altos Elementary is 3199th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).