Mariana Academy vs McSweeny Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 83 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mariana Academy
Apple Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
781 students
McSweeny Elementary
Hemet · Public elementary · Grades K–5
781 students
| Measure | Mariana Academy Apple Valley, California | McSweeny Elementary Hemet, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4929 of 5,693 | #5212 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47492 of 50,301 | #48509 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 781 | 781 |
| Enrollment | 781 | 781 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 20% |
| city | Apple Valley | Hemet |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mariana Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.3 vs 13.0).
- •Mariana Academy does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Mariana Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 87.7%).
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 Mariana Academy better than McSweeny Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mariana Academy ranks higher (15.3 vs 13.0 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 Mariana Academy and McSweeny Elementary?
About 83 km in a straight line, between Apple Valley and Hemet in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mariana Academy: 781. McSweeny Elementary: 781. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mariana Academy and McSweeny Elementary rank in California?
Mariana Academy is 4929th of 5,693 and McSweeny Elementary is 5212th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).