Marigold Elementary vs Valencia Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 725 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
Valencia Elementary
Upland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
571 students
| Measure | Marigold Elementary Chico, California | Valencia Elementary Upland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 68 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1948 of 5,693 | #937 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25641 of 50,301 | #12771 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 571 | 571 |
| Enrollment | 571 | 571 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51% | 40.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 64% |
| city | Chico | Upland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valencia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.0 vs 49.3).
- •Valencia Elementary does better on math proficiency (64% vs 47%).
- •Valencia Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 54%).
- •Valencia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.8% vs 51%).
- •Marigold Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 23.8).
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 Valencia Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Valencia Elementary ranks higher (68.0 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 Valencia Elementary?
About 725 km in a straight line, between Chico and Upland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marigold Elementary: 571. Valencia Elementary: 571. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marigold Elementary and Valencia Elementary rank in California?
Marigold Elementary is 1948th of 5,693 and Valencia Elementary is 937th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).