Palmer Way vs Paradise Hills Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 835 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palmer Way
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
387 students
Paradise Hills Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
213 students
| Measure | Palmer Way National City, California | Paradise Hills Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2749 of 5,693 | #2762 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #33803 of 50,301 | #33919 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 387 | 213 |
| Enrollment | 387 | 213 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 42% |
| city | National City | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (37.3 vs 37.1).
- •Paradise Hills Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 40%).
- •Palmer Way does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Paradise Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 82.2%).
- •Palmer Way does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.7).
- •Palmer Way is the larger school with 387 students compared with 213.
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 Palmer Way better than Paradise Hills Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Palmer Way and Paradise Hills Elementary?
About 835 m in a straight line, between National City and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palmer Way: 387. Paradise Hills Elementary: 213. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palmer Way and Paradise Hills Elementary rank in California?
Palmer Way is 2749th of 5,693 and Paradise Hills Elementary is 2762nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).