Loma Verde Elementary vs Palomar 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.
Loma Verde Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
419 students
Palomar Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
319 students
| Measure | Loma Verde Elementary Chula Vista, California | Palomar Elementary Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2338 of 5,693 | #3023 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30163 of 50,301 | #36276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 419 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 419 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 72.3% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 37% |
| city | Chula Vista | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Loma Verde Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 33.5).
- •Loma Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- •Loma Verde Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Loma Verde Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 77.7%).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.1).
- •Loma Verde Elementary is the larger school with 419 students compared with 319.
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 Loma Verde Elementary better than Palomar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Loma Verde Elementary ranks higher (42.7 vs 33.5 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 Loma Verde Elementary and Palomar Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Chula Vista and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Loma Verde Elementary: 419. Palomar Elementary: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Loma Verde Elementary and Palomar Elementary rank in California?
Loma Verde Elementary is 2338th of 5,693 and Palomar Elementary is 3023rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).