Murphy Elementary vs Pinole Valley High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Murphy Elementary
El Sobrante · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
Pinole Valley High
Pinole · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,245 students
| Measure | Murphy Elementary El Sobrante, California | Pinole Valley High Pinole, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4059 of 5,693 | #888 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #43161 of 50,301 | #13689 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 460 | 1,245 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 1,245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.4% | 61.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 21% |
| city | El Sobrante | Pinole |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinole Valley High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.4 vs 22.7).
- •Pinole Valley High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •Pinole Valley High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.8% vs 65.4%).
- •Murphy Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 24.9).
- •Pinole Valley High is the larger school with 1,245 students compared with 460.
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 Murphy Elementary better than Pinole Valley High?
On the Success Index (US), Pinole Valley High ranks higher (28.4 vs 22.7 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 Murphy Elementary and Pinole Valley High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between El Sobrante and Pinole in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Murphy Elementary: 460. Pinole Valley High: 1,245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Murphy Elementary and Pinole Valley High rank in California?
Murphy Elementary is 4059th of 5,693 and Pinole Valley High is 888th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).