North Ranchito Elementary vs Palomar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 183 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Ranchito Elementary
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
319 students
Palomar Elementary
Chula Vista · Public elementary · Grades K–6
319 students
| Measure | North Ranchito Elementary Pico Rivera, California | Palomar Elementary Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3167 of 5,693 | #3023 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37367 of 50,301 | #36276 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 319 | 319 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 319 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 37% |
| city | Pico Rivera | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Palomar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 31.8).
- •North Ranchito Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 37%).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 85.3%).
- •Palomar Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.8).
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 North Ranchito Elementary better than Palomar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Palomar Elementary ranks higher (33.5 vs 31.8 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 North Ranchito Elementary and Palomar Elementary?
About 183 km in a straight line, between Pico Rivera and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Ranchito Elementary: 319. Palomar Elementary: 319. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Ranchito Elementary and Palomar Elementary rank in California?
North Ranchito Elementary is 3167th of 5,693 and Palomar Elementary is 3023rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).