R. Roger Rowe Middle vs Willow Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two 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 Middle
Rancho Santa Fe · Public middle · Grades 6–8
189 students
Willow Grove Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
701 students
| Measure | R. Roger Rowe Middle Rancho Santa Fe, California | Willow Grove Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 94 Top 5% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #3 of 1,334 | #182 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #82 of 15,369 | #3984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 189 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 189 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.3% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.1 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 81% |
| city | Rancho Santa Fe | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •R. Roger Rowe Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (94.0 vs 81.9).
- •R. Roger Rowe Middle does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 83%).
- •R. Roger Rowe Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.3% vs 14.1%).
- •R. Roger Rowe Middle does better on students per teacher (11.1 vs 21.9).
- •Willow Grove Elementary is the larger school with 701 students compared with 189.
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 Middle better than Willow Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), R. Roger Rowe Middle ranks higher (94.0 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 Middle 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 Middle: 189. Willow Grove Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do R. Roger Rowe Middle and Willow Grove Elementary rank in California?
R. Roger Rowe Middle is 3rd of 1,334 and Willow Grove Elementary is 182nd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).