Palos Verdes Peninsula High vs Rancho Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palos Verdes Peninsula High
Rolling Hills Estates · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,075 students
Rancho Vista Elementary
Rolling Hills Estates · Public elementary · Grades K–5
329 students
| Measure | Palos Verdes Peninsula High Rolling Hills Estates, California | Rancho Vista Elementary Rolling Hills Estates, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #39 of 1,343 | #419 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #1789 of 16,910 | #6450 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,075 | 329 |
| Enrollment | 2,075 | 329 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.8% | 14% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 72% |
| city | Rolling Hills Estates | Rolling Hills Estates |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (76.8 vs 77.5).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on math proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 72%).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.8% vs 14%).
- •Rancho Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.3).
- •Palos Verdes Peninsula High is the larger school with 2,075 students compared with 329.
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 Palos Verdes Peninsula High better than Rancho Vista 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 Palos Verdes Peninsula High and Rancho Vista Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Rolling Hills Estates and Rolling Hills Estates in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High: 2,075. Rancho Vista Elementary: 329. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palos Verdes Peninsula High and Rancho Vista Elementary rank in California?
Palos Verdes Peninsula High is 39th of 1,343 and Rancho Vista Elementary is 419th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).