Lunada Bay Elementary vs Montemalaga Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lunada Bay Elementary
Palos Verdes Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–5
329 students
Montemalaga Elementary
Palos Verdes Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
| Measure | Lunada Bay Elementary Palos Verdes Estates, California | Montemalaga Elementary Palos Verdes Estates, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 71 Top 25% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #749 of 5,693 | #121 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10396 of 50,301 | #3438 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 329 | 416 |
| Enrollment | 329 | 416 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.2% | 5.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 86% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 78% |
| city | Palos Verdes Estates | Palos Verdes Estates |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Montemalaga Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.9 vs 71.3).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on math proficiency (78% vs 62%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 67%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 11.2%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary is the larger school with 416 students compared with 329.
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 Lunada Bay Elementary better than Montemalaga Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Montemalaga Elementary ranks higher (82.9 vs 71.3 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 Lunada Bay Elementary and Montemalaga Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Palos Verdes Estates and Palos Verdes Estates in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lunada Bay Elementary: 329. Montemalaga Elementary: 416. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lunada Bay Elementary and Montemalaga Elementary rank in California?
Lunada Bay Elementary is 749th of 5,693 and Montemalaga Elementary is 121st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).