Melinda Heights Elementary vs Tijeras Creek 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.
Melinda Heights Elementary
Rancho Santa Margarita · Public elementary · Grades K–6
950 students
Tijeras Creek Elementary
Rancho Santa Margarita · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
| Measure | Melinda Heights Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, California | Tijeras Creek Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #803 of 5,693 | #607 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11099 of 50,301 | #8680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 950 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 950 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 28.8 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 72% |
| city | Rancho Santa Margarita | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 70.3).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 66%).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 27.8%).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.3 vs 28.8).
- •Melinda Heights Elementary is the larger school with 950 students compared with 315.
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 Melinda Heights Elementary better than Tijeras Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tijeras Creek Elementary ranks higher (73.9 vs 70.3 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 Melinda Heights Elementary and Tijeras Creek Elementary?
About 3.5 km in a straight line, between Rancho Santa Margarita and Rancho Santa Margarita in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Melinda Heights Elementary: 950. Tijeras Creek Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Melinda Heights Elementary and Tijeras Creek Elementary rank in California?
Melinda Heights Elementary is 803rd of 5,693 and Tijeras Creek Elementary is 607th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).