Rio Vista Elementary vs Sycamore Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 31 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rio Vista Elementary
San Bernardino · Public elementary · Grades K–6
412 students
Sycamore Elementary
Upland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
412 students
| Measure | Rio Vista Elementary San Bernardino, California | Sycamore Elementary Upland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4921 of 5,693 | #2705 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47452 of 50,301 | #33326 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 412 | 412 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 412 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.6% | 75% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 39% |
| city | San Bernardino | Upland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.0 vs 15.4).
- •Sycamore Elementary does better on math proficiency (39% vs 23%).
- •Sycamore Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 31%).
- •Sycamore Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75% vs 95.6%).
- •Rio Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 22.9).
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 Rio Vista Elementary better than Sycamore Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Elementary ranks higher (38.0 vs 15.4 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 Sycamore Elementary?
About 31 km in a straight line, between San Bernardino and Upland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rio Vista Elementary: 412. Sycamore Elementary: 412. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rio Vista Elementary and Sycamore Elementary rank in California?
Rio Vista Elementary is 4921st of 5,693 and Sycamore Elementary is 2705th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).