Mabel Mattos Elementary vs Orchard Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mabel Mattos Elementary
Milpitas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
746 students
Orchard Elementary
San Jose · Public elementary · Grades K–8
740 students
| Measure | Mabel Mattos Elementary Milpitas, California | Orchard Elementary San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1373 of 5,693 | #1511 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #18411 of 50,301 | #19945 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 746 | 740 |
| Enrollment | 746 | 740 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.1% | 50.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 60% |
| Math proficiency | – | 51% |
| city | Milpitas | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mabel Mattos Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.7 vs 57.5).
- •Mabel Mattos Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.1% vs 50.1%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 24.9).
- •Mabel Mattos Elementary is the larger school with 746 students compared with 740.
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 Mabel Mattos Elementary better than Orchard Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mabel Mattos Elementary ranks higher (59.7 vs 57.5 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 Mabel Mattos Elementary and Orchard Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Milpitas and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mabel Mattos Elementary: 746. Orchard Elementary: 740. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mabel Mattos Elementary and Orchard Elementary rank in California?
Mabel Mattos Elementary is 1373rd of 5,693 and Orchard Elementary is 1511th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).