Tierrasanta Elementary vs Vista Grande Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Tierrasanta Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
500 students
Vista Grande Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
364 students
| Measure | Tierrasanta Elementary San Diego, California | Vista Grande Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #901 of 5,693 | #878 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12314 of 50,301 | #12039 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 500 | 364 |
| Enrollment | 500 | 364 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 77% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (68.6 vs 69.0).
- •Vista Grande Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 66%).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 67%).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 42.9%).
- •Vista Grande Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.3 vs 26.3).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary is the larger school with 500 students compared with 364.
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 Tierrasanta Elementary better than Vista Grande 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 Tierrasanta Elementary and Vista Grande Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Tierrasanta Elementary: 500. Vista Grande Elementary: 364. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Tierrasanta Elementary and Vista Grande Elementary rank in California?
Tierrasanta Elementary is 901st of 5,693 and Vista Grande Elementary is 878th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).