Lucas Valley Elementary vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 477 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lucas Valley Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
Monroe Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
| Measure | Lucas Valley Elementary San Rafael, California | Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #260 of 5,693 | #3809 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4784 of 50,301 | #41782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.5% | 69.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 22% |
| city | San Rafael | Santa Barbara |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lucas Valley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.4 vs 24.9).
- •Lucas Valley Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 22%).
- •Lucas Valley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 34%).
- •Lucas Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.5% vs 69.2%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 26.3).
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 Lucas Valley Elementary better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lucas Valley Elementary ranks higher (80.4 vs 24.9 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 Lucas Valley Elementary and Monroe Elementary?
About 477 km in a straight line, between San Rafael and Santa Barbara in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lucas Valley Elementary: 315. Monroe Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lucas Valley Elementary and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Lucas Valley Elementary is 260th of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 3809th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).