Meadowlark Elementary vs Pendleton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 217 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
Pendleton Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
352 students
| Measure | Meadowlark Elementary Acton, California | Pendleton Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3396 of 5,693 | #2985 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #39008 of 50,301 | #35995 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 352 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 77.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 29.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Acton | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pendleton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 29.3).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 37%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 77.3%).
- •Meadowlark Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 29.3).
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 Pendleton Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pendleton Elementary ranks higher (33.9 vs 29.3 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 Meadowlark Elementary and Pendleton Elementary?
About 217 km in a straight line, between Acton and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Meadowlark Elementary: 352. Pendleton Elementary: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Meadowlark Elementary and Pendleton Elementary rank in California?
Meadowlark Elementary is 3396th of 5,693 and Pendleton Elementary is 2985th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).