Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet vs Walnut Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 494 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet
Jackson · Public elementary · Grades K–6
259 students
Walnut Elementary
Newbury Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
259 students
| Measure | Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet Jackson, California | Walnut Elementary Newbury Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2587 of 5,693 | #2450 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #32276 of 50,301 | #31175 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 259 | 259 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 259 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 25.9 | 18.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 37% |
| city | Jackson | Newbury Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Walnut Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.2 vs 39.5).
- •Walnut Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44% vs 54.4%).
- •Walnut Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 25.9).
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 Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet better than Walnut Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Walnut Elementary ranks higher (41.2 vs 39.5 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 Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet and Walnut Elementary?
About 494 km in a straight line, between Jackson and Newbury Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet: 259. Walnut Elementary: 259. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet and Walnut Elementary rank in California?
Pine Grove Elementary STEM Magnet is 2587th of 5,693 and Walnut Elementary is 2450th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).