Viking Elementary vs Willow Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 483 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Viking Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
Willow Grove Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
701 students
| Measure | Viking Elementary Fresno, California | Willow Grove Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4090 of 5,693 | #182 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43308 of 50,301 | #3984 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 701 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.7% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 81% |
| city | Fresno | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Willow Grove Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.9 vs 22.5).
- •Willow Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (81% vs 33%).
- •Willow Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 39%).
- •Willow Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.1% vs 91.7%).
- •Willow Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.4).
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 Viking Elementary better than Willow Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Willow Grove Elementary ranks higher (81.9 vs 22.5 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 Viking Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary?
About 483 km in a straight line, between Fresno and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Viking Elementary: 701. Willow Grove Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Viking Elementary and Willow Grove Elementary rank in California?
Viking Elementary is 4090th of 5,693 and Willow Grove Elementary is 182nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).