McGill School of Success vs Rowan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McGill School of Success
San Diego · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
108 students
Rowan Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
205 students
| Measure | McGill School of Success San Diego, California | Rowan Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4446 of 5,693 | #2802 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45167 of 50,301 | #34331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 108 | 205 |
| Enrollment | 108 | 205 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 18.0 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rowan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.5 vs 19.5).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 27%).
- •Rowan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 83.3%).
- •McGill School of Success does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 22.8).
- •Rowan Elementary is the larger school with 205 students compared with 108.
- •McGill School of Success is a charter school while Rowan Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 McGill School of Success better than Rowan Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rowan Elementary ranks higher (36.5 vs 19.5 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 McGill School of Success and Rowan Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McGill School of Success: 108. Rowan Elementary: 205. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McGill School of Success and Rowan Elementary rank in California?
McGill School of Success is 4446th of 5,693 and Rowan Elementary is 2802nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).