Rio Vista Elementary vs Valencia Academy of the Arts
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 734 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rio Vista Elementary
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
370 students
Valencia Academy of the Arts
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
| Measure | Rio Vista Elementary Pico Rivera, California | Valencia Academy of the Arts Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3193 of 5,693 | #2663 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37516 of 50,301 | #32984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 370 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 370 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.5% | 82.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 49% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Pico Rivera | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valencia Academy of the Arts scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.5 vs 31.6).
- •Valencia Academy of the Arts does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Valencia Academy of the Arts does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Valencia Academy of the Arts does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.4% vs 83.5%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 24.9).
- •Valencia Academy of the Arts is the larger school with 398 students compared with 370.
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 Rio Vista Elementary better than Valencia Academy of the Arts?
On the Success Index (US), Valencia Academy of the Arts ranks higher (38.5 vs 31.6 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 Rio Vista Elementary and Valencia Academy of the Arts?
About 734 m in a straight line, between Pico Rivera and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rio Vista Elementary: 370. Valencia Academy of the Arts: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rio Vista Elementary and Valencia Academy of the Arts rank in California?
Rio Vista Elementary is 3193rd of 5,693 and Valencia Academy of the Arts is 2663rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).