Orchard Elementary vs Penn Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 778 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orchard Elementary
Rio Linda · Public elementary · Grades K–6
366 students
Penn Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
366 students
| Measure | Orchard Elementary Rio Linda, California | Penn Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4178 of 5,693 | #2794 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43799 of 50,301 | #34268 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 366 | 366 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 366 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 81.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Rio Linda | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Penn Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.6 vs 21.7).
- •Penn Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Penn Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 34%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 81.4%).
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 Orchard Elementary better than Penn Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Penn Elementary ranks higher (36.6 vs 21.7 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 Orchard Elementary and Penn Elementary?
About 778 km in a straight line, between Rio Linda and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard Elementary: 366. Penn Elementary: 366. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard Elementary and Penn Elementary rank in California?
Orchard Elementary is 4178th of 5,693 and Penn Elementary is 2794th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).