Montemalaga Elementary vs Vista Grande Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Montemalaga Elementary
Palos Verdes Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–5
416 students
Vista Grande Elementary
Rancho Palos Verdes · Public elementary · Grades K–5
355 students
| Measure | Montemalaga Elementary Palos Verdes Estates, California | Vista Grande Elementary Rancho Palos Verdes, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #121 of 5,693 | #150 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3438 of 50,301 | #3717 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 416 | 355 |
| Enrollment | 416 | 355 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.5% | 11% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 81% |
| city | Palos Verdes Estates | Rancho Palos Verdes |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.9 vs 82.4).
- •Vista Grande Elementary does better on math proficiency (81% vs 78%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 84%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.5% vs 11%).
- •Montemalaga Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.2).
- •Montemalaga Elementary is the larger school with 416 students compared with 355.
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 Montemalaga Elementary better than Vista Grande Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Montemalaga Elementary and Vista Grande Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Palos Verdes Estates and Rancho Palos Verdes in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Montemalaga Elementary: 416. Vista Grande Elementary: 355. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Montemalaga Elementary and Vista Grande Elementary rank in California?
Montemalaga Elementary is 121st of 5,693 and Vista Grande Elementary is 150th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).