Mary E. Silveira Elementary vs Vallecito Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mary E. Silveira Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
412 students
Vallecito Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
408 students
| Measure | Mary E. Silveira Elementary San Rafael, California | Vallecito Elementary San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 74 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #605 of 5,693 | #593 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8653 of 50,301 | #8481 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 412 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 69% |
| city | San Rafael | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (73.9 vs 74.2).
- •Vallecito Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 68%).
- •Mary E. Silveira Elementary does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 74%).
- •Vallecito Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.6% vs 26%).
- •Mary E. Silveira Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 25.5).
- •Mary E. Silveira Elementary is the larger school with 412 students compared with 408.
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 Mary E. Silveira Elementary better than Vallecito Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Mary E. Silveira Elementary and Vallecito Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between San Rafael and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mary E. Silveira Elementary: 412. Vallecito Elementary: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mary E. Silveira Elementary and Vallecito Elementary rank in California?
Mary E. Silveira Elementary is 605th of 5,693 and Vallecito Elementary is 593rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).