Solana Santa Fe Elementary vs Willow Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Solana Santa Fe Elementary
Rancho Santa Fe · Public elementary · Grades K–6
334 students
Willow Grove Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
701 students
| Measure | Solana Santa Fe Elementary Rancho Santa Fe, California | Willow Grove Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #171 of 5,693 | #182 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #3922 of 50,301 | #3984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 334 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 334 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 12.3% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 81% |
| city | Rancho Santa Fe | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.0 vs 81.9).
- •Willow Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (81% vs 77%).
- •Solana Santa Fe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 83%).
- •Solana Santa Fe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.3% vs 14.1%).
- •Solana Santa Fe Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 21.9).
- •Willow Grove Elementary is the larger school with 701 students compared with 334.
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 Solana Santa Fe Elementary better than Willow Grove Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Solana Santa Fe Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Rancho Santa Fe and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary: 334. Willow Grove Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Solana Santa Fe Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary rank in California?
Solana Santa Fe Elementary is 171st of 5,693 and Willow Grove Elementary is 182nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).