R. Roger Rowe Elementary vs Willow Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
R. Roger Rowe Elementary
Rancho Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades K–5
316 students
Willow Grove Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
701 students
| Measure | R. Roger Rowe Elementary Rancho Santa Fe, California | Willow Grove Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 92 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #8 of 5,693 | #182 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #486 of 50,301 | #3984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 316 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 316 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.4% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 90% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 86% | 81% |
| city | Rancho Santa Fe | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R. Roger Rowe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.5 vs 81.9).
- •R. Roger Rowe Elementary does better on math proficiency (86% vs 81%).
- •R. Roger Rowe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (90% vs 83%).
- •R. Roger Rowe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.4% vs 14.1%).
- •R. Roger Rowe Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 21.9).
- •Willow Grove Elementary is the larger school with 701 students compared with 316.
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. Roger Rowe Elementary better than Willow Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), R. Roger Rowe Elementary ranks higher (91.5 vs 81.9 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. Roger Rowe Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Rancho Santa Fe and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
R. Roger Rowe Elementary: 316. Willow Grove Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R. Roger Rowe Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary rank in California?
R. Roger Rowe Elementary is 8th of 5,693 and Willow Grove Elementary is 182nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).