Topaz Elementary vs Valencia High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 878 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Topaz Elementary
Fullerton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
404 students
Valencia High
Placentia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,411 students
| Measure | Topaz Elementary Fullerton, California | Valencia High Placentia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3456 of 5,693 | #428 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #39497 of 50,301 | #8751 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 404 | 2,411 |
| Enrollment | 404 | 2,411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 67.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.2 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 47% |
| city | Fullerton | Placentia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valencia High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.6 vs 28.6).
- •Valencia High does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Valencia High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 41%).
- •Valencia High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.3% vs 84.9%).
- •Topaz Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.2 vs 22.1).
- •Valencia High is the larger school with 2,411 students compared with 404.
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 Topaz Elementary better than Valencia High?
On the Success Index (US), Valencia High ranks higher (48.6 vs 28.6 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 Topaz Elementary and Valencia High?
About 878 m in a straight line, between Fullerton and Placentia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Topaz Elementary: 404. Valencia High: 2,411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Topaz Elementary and Valencia High rank in California?
Topaz Elementary is 3456th of 5,693 and Valencia High is 428th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).