Phoenix Academy vs Rancho Verde Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Phoenix Academy
Apple Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
1,213 students
Rancho Verde Elementary
Apple Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
748 students
| Measure | Phoenix Academy Apple Valley, California | Rancho Verde Elementary Apple Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5475 of 5,693 | #4845 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49464 of 50,301 | #47089 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,213 | 748 |
| Enrollment | 1,213 | 748 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 19% |
| city | Apple Valley | Apple Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Verde Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.1 vs 10.0).
- •Rancho Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 7%).
- •Rancho Verde Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •Rancho Verde Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.6% vs 87.1%).
- •Phoenix Academy does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 24.1).
- •Phoenix Academy is the larger school with 1,213 students compared with 748.
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 Phoenix Academy better than Rancho Verde Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Verde Elementary ranks higher (16.1 vs 10.0 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 Phoenix Academy and Rancho Verde Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Apple Valley and Apple Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Phoenix Academy: 1,213. Rancho Verde Elementary: 748. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Phoenix Academy and Rancho Verde Elementary rank in California?
Phoenix Academy is 5475th of 5,693 and Rancho Verde Elementary is 4845th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).