R. O. Hardin Elementary vs Virginia Peterson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 154 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R. O. Hardin Elementary
Hollister · Public elementary · Grades K–5
461 students
Virginia Peterson Elementary
Paso Robles · Public elementary · Grades K–6
461 students
| Measure | R. O. Hardin Elementary Hollister, California | Virginia Peterson Elementary Paso Robles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5041 of 5,693 | #3503 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47884 of 50,301 | #39839 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 461 | 461 |
| Enrollment | 461 | 461 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.4% | 70.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 23.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 37% |
| city | Hollister | Paso Robles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Virginia Peterson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.0 vs 14.5).
- •Virginia Peterson Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 19%).
- •Virginia Peterson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •Virginia Peterson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.3% vs 84.4%).
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 R. O. Hardin Elementary better than Virginia Peterson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Virginia Peterson Elementary ranks higher (28.0 vs 14.5 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 R. O. Hardin Elementary and Virginia Peterson Elementary?
About 154 km in a straight line, between Hollister and Paso Robles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R. O. Hardin Elementary: 461. Virginia Peterson Elementary: 461. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R. O. Hardin Elementary and Virginia Peterson Elementary rank in California?
R. O. Hardin Elementary is 5041st of 5,693 and Virginia Peterson Elementary is 3503rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).