Marigold Elementary vs Parkview Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marigold Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
571 students
Parkview Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
| Measure | Marigold Elementary Chico, California | Parkview Elementary Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1948 of 5,693 | #1385 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25641 of 50,301 | #18540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 571 | 406 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 406 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 47.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 55% |
| city | Chico | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parkview Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.5 vs 49.3).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on math proficiency (55% vs 47%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.3% vs 51%).
- •Parkview Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 21.1).
- •Marigold Elementary is the larger school with 571 students compared with 406.
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 Marigold Elementary better than Parkview Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Parkview Elementary ranks higher (59.5 vs 49.3 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 Marigold Elementary and Parkview Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Chico and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marigold Elementary: 571. Parkview Elementary: 406. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marigold Elementary and Parkview Elementary rank in California?
Marigold Elementary is 1948th of 5,693 and Parkview Elementary is 1385th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).