Alta Loma High vs Carnelian Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 483 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Loma High
Alta Loma · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,386 students
Carnelian Elementary
Alta Loma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
441 students
| Measure | Alta Loma High Alta Loma, California | Carnelian Elementary Alta Loma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #434 of 1,343 | #1262 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #8837 of 16,910 | #16830 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,386 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 2,386 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 42.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 59% |
| city | Alta Loma | Alta Loma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Carnelian Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 48.2).
- •Carnelian Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 40%).
- •Alta Loma High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 66%).
- •Carnelian Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.2% vs 60.3%).
- •Alta Loma High does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.9).
- •Alta Loma High is the larger school with 2,386 students compared with 441.
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 Alta Loma High better than Carnelian Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Carnelian Elementary ranks higher (61.9 vs 48.2 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 Alta Loma High and Carnelian Elementary?
About 483 m in a straight line, between Alta Loma and Alta Loma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Loma High: 2,386. Carnelian Elementary: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Loma High and Carnelian Elementary rank in California?
Alta Loma High is 434th of 1,343 and Carnelian Elementary is 1262nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).