Pendleton Elementary vs Rolando Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 939 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pendleton Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
352 students
Rolando Elementary
La Mesa · Public elementary · Grades K–5
371 students
| Measure | Pendleton Elementary San Diego, California | Rolando Elementary La Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2985 of 5,693 | #3465 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35995 of 50,301 | #39545 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 352 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 68.7% |
| Students per teacher | 29.3 | 28.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| city | San Diego | La Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pendleton Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.9 vs 28.5).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Pendleton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Rolando Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.7% vs 77.3%).
- •Rolando Elementary does better on students per teacher (28.5 vs 29.3).
- •Rolando Elementary is the larger school with 371 students compared with 352.
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 Pendleton Elementary better than Rolando Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pendleton Elementary ranks higher (33.9 vs 28.5 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 Pendleton Elementary and Rolando Elementary?
About 939 m in a straight line, between San Diego and La Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pendleton Elementary: 352. Rolando Elementary: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pendleton Elementary and Rolando Elementary rank in California?
Pendleton Elementary is 2985th of 5,693 and Rolando Elementary is 3465th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).