Orchard Elementary vs Westside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.5 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
Westside Elementary
Rio Linda · Public elementary · Grades K–6
376 students
| Measure | Orchard Elementary Rio Linda, California | Westside Elementary Rio Linda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4178 of 5,693 | #3853 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43799 of 50,301 | #42031 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 366 | 376 |
| Enrollment | 366 | 376 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 26.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 36% |
| city | Rio Linda | Rio Linda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Westside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 21.7).
- •Westside Elementary does better on math proficiency (36% vs 27%).
- •Westside Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 76.9%).
- •Orchard Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 26.9).
- •Westside Elementary is the larger school with 376 students compared with 366.
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 Westside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Westside Elementary ranks higher (24.5 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 Westside Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Rio Linda and Rio Linda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orchard Elementary: 366. Westside Elementary: 376. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orchard Elementary and Westside Elementary rank in California?
Orchard Elementary is 4178th of 5,693 and Westside Elementary is 3853rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).