Monroe Elementary vs Tijeras Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 214 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monroe Elementary
Santa Barbara · Public elementary · Grades K–6
315 students
Tijeras Creek Elementary
Rancho Santa Margarita · Public elementary · Grades K–5
315 students
| Measure | Monroe Elementary Santa Barbara, California | Tijeras Creek Elementary Rancho Santa Margarita, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3809 of 5,693 | #607 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41782 of 50,301 | #8680 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 315 | 315 |
| Enrollment | 315 | 315 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 72% |
| city | Santa Barbara | Rancho Santa Margarita |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.9 vs 24.9).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 22%).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 34%).
- •Tijeras Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.6% vs 69.2%).
- •Monroe Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 26.3).
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 Monroe Elementary better than Tijeras Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tijeras Creek Elementary ranks higher (73.9 vs 24.9 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 Monroe Elementary and Tijeras Creek Elementary?
About 214 km in a straight line, between Santa Barbara and Rancho Santa Margarita in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monroe Elementary: 315. Tijeras Creek Elementary: 315. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monroe Elementary and Tijeras Creek Elementary rank in California?
Monroe Elementary is 3809th of 5,693 and Tijeras Creek Elementary is 607th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).