Monterey Ridge Elementary vs Raffaello Palla Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 308 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
Raffaello Palla Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
770 students
| Measure | Monterey Ridge Elementary San Diego, California | Raffaello Palla Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #209 of 5,693 | #3065 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4267 of 50,301 | #36621 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 770 | 770 |
| Enrollment | 770 | 770 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.3% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 45% |
| city | San Diego | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monterey Ridge Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.3 vs 33.0).
- •Monterey Ridge Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 45%).
- •Monterey Ridge Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 51%).
- •Monterey Ridge Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (15.3% vs 94.5%).
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 Raffaello Palla Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monterey Ridge Elementary ranks higher (81.3 vs 33.0 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 Monterey Ridge Elementary and Raffaello Palla Elementary?
About 308 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monterey Ridge Elementary: 770. Raffaello Palla Elementary: 770. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monterey Ridge Elementary and Raffaello Palla Elementary rank in California?
Monterey Ridge Elementary is 209th of 5,693 and Raffaello Palla Elementary is 3065th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).