Morse Elementary vs Sierra Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Morse Elementary
Placentia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
382 students
Sierra Vista Elementary
Placentia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
454 students
| Measure | Morse Elementary Placentia, California | Sierra Vista Elementary Placentia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2474 of 5,693 | #649 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31400 of 50,301 | #9274 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 382 | 454 |
| Enrollment | 382 | 454 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.1% | 33.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 73% |
| city | Placentia | Placentia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 40.8).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (73% vs 42%).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 52%).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 69.1%).
- •Morse Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 26.7).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary is the larger school with 454 students compared with 382.
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 Morse Elementary better than Sierra Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Elementary ranks higher (73.0 vs 40.8 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 Morse Elementary and Sierra Vista Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Placentia and Placentia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Morse Elementary: 382. Sierra Vista Elementary: 454. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Morse Elementary and Sierra Vista Elementary rank in California?
Morse Elementary is 2474th of 5,693 and Sierra Vista Elementary is 649th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).