Meadowlark Elementary vs Pacific Avenue Academy of Music
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 88 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Meadowlark Elementary
Acton · Public elementary · Grades K–4
352 students
Pacific Avenue Academy of Music
Jurupa Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
352 students
| Measure | Meadowlark Elementary Acton, California | Pacific Avenue Academy of Music Jurupa Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3396 of 5,693 | #3885 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39008 of 50,301 | #42248 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 352 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 83.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Acton | Jurupa Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Meadowlark Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.3 vs 24.1).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Pacific Avenue Academy of Music does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 83.2%).
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 Meadowlark Elementary better than Pacific Avenue Academy of Music?
On the Success Index (US), Meadowlark Elementary ranks higher (29.3 vs 24.1 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 Meadowlark Elementary and Pacific Avenue Academy of Music?
About 88 km in a straight line, between Acton and Jurupa Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meadowlark Elementary: 352. Pacific Avenue Academy of Music: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meadowlark Elementary and Pacific Avenue Academy of Music rank in California?
Meadowlark Elementary is 3396th of 5,693 and Pacific Avenue Academy of Music is 3885th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).