Northmead Elementary vs West Valley Learning Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northmead Elementary
Patterson · Public elementary · Grades K–6
528 students
West Valley Learning Center
Patterson · Public elementary · Grades K–K
147 students
| Measure | Northmead Elementary Patterson, California | West Valley Learning Center Patterson, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2049 of 5,693 | #2785 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #26977 of 50,301 | #34140 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 528 | 147 |
| Enrollment | 528 | 147 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.5% | 68.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | – |
| Math proficiency | 51% | – |
| city | Patterson | Patterson |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Northmead Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.3 vs 36.8).
- •West Valley Learning Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.7% vs 76.5%).
- •Northmead Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 21.0).
- •Northmead Elementary is the larger school with 528 students compared with 147.
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 Northmead Elementary better than West Valley Learning Center?
On the Success Index (US), Northmead Elementary ranks higher (47.3 vs 36.8 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 Northmead Elementary and West Valley Learning Center?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Patterson and Patterson in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northmead Elementary: 528. West Valley Learning Center: 147. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northmead Elementary and West Valley Learning Center rank in California?
Northmead Elementary is 2049th of 5,693 and West Valley Learning Center is 2785th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).