Magnolia Elementary vs Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 323 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magnolia Elementary
Carlsbad · Public elementary · Grades K–5
488 students
Valley Middle
Carlsbad · Public middle · Grades 6–8
807 students
| Measure | Magnolia Elementary Carlsbad, California | Valley Middle Carlsbad, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 25% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #293 of 5,693 | #189 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #5089 of 50,301 | #3419 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 488 | 807 |
| Enrollment | 488 | 807 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.1% | 36.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 63% |
| city | Carlsbad | Carlsbad |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magnolia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.8 vs 69.7).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on math proficiency (81% vs 63%).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 71%).
- •Magnolia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 36.6%).
- •Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.4).
- •Valley Middle is the larger school with 807 students compared with 488.
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 Magnolia Elementary better than Valley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Magnolia Elementary ranks higher (79.8 vs 69.7 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 Magnolia Elementary and Valley Middle?
About 323 m in a straight line, between Carlsbad and Carlsbad in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magnolia Elementary: 488. Valley Middle: 807. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magnolia Elementary and Valley Middle rank in California?
Magnolia Elementary is 293rd of 5,693 and Valley Middle is 189th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).