Terra Linda High vs Vallecito Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 720 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Terra Linda High
San Rafael · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,248 students
Vallecito Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
408 students
| Measure | Terra Linda High San Rafael, California | Vallecito Elementary San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #368 of 1,343 | #593 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8059 of 16,910 | #8481 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,248 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 1,248 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.4% | 19.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 69% |
| city | San Rafael | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vallecito Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.2 vs 51.3).
- •Vallecito Elementary does better on math proficiency (69% vs 45%).
- •Vallecito Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 62%).
- •Vallecito Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.6% vs 49.4%).
- •Terra Linda High does better on students per teacher (20.8 vs 25.5).
- •Terra Linda High is the larger school with 1,248 students compared with 408.
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 Terra Linda High better than Vallecito Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vallecito Elementary ranks higher (74.2 vs 51.3 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 Terra Linda High and Vallecito Elementary?
About 720 m in a straight line, between San Rafael and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Terra Linda High: 1,248. Vallecito Elementary: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Terra Linda High and Vallecito Elementary rank in California?
Terra Linda High is 368th of 1,343 and Vallecito Elementary is 593rd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).