Monterey Ridge Elementary vs Oak Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monterey Ridge Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
770 students
Oak Valley Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,503 students
| Measure | Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego, California | Oak Valley Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #209 of 5,693 | #48 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4267 of 50,301 | #1233 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 770 | 1,503 |
| Enrollment | 770 | 1,503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.3% | 8.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 75% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (81.3 vs 81.6).
- •Monterey Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •Oak Valley Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 83%).
- •Oak Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.4% vs 15.3%).
- •Oak Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (25.1 vs 25.7).
- •Oak Valley Middle is the larger school with 1,503 students compared with 770.
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 Monterey Ridge Elementary better than Oak Valley Middle?
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 Monterey Ridge Elementary and Oak Valley Middle?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monterey Ridge Elementary: 770. Oak Valley Middle: 1,503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monterey Ridge Elementary and Oak Valley Middle rank in California?
Monterey Ridge Elementary is 209th of 5,693 and Oak Valley Middle is 48th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).