Marina Vista Elementary vs Parkside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marina Vista Elementary
Pittsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
612 students
Parkside Elementary
Pittsburg · Public elementary · Grades K–5
565 students
| Measure | Marina Vista Elementary Pittsburg, California | Parkside Elementary Pittsburg, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4190 of 5,693 | #4777 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43853 of 50,301 | #46830 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 612 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 612 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 25% |
| city | Pittsburg | Pittsburg |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marina Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.6 vs 16.6).
- •Marina Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Marina Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 28%).
- •Marina Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 83.5%).
- •Marina Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 21.7).
- •Marina Vista Elementary is the larger school with 612 students compared with 565.
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 Marina Vista Elementary better than Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Marina Vista Elementary ranks higher (21.6 vs 16.6 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 Marina Vista Elementary and Parkside Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Pittsburg and Pittsburg in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marina Vista Elementary: 612. Parkside Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marina Vista Elementary and Parkside Elementary rank in California?
Marina Vista Elementary is 4190th of 5,693 and Parkside Elementary is 4777th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).