Alta Mesa Elementary vs Parsons Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Mesa Elementary
Redding · Public elementary · Grades K–8
319 students
Parsons Junior High
Redding · Public middle · Grades 6–8
522 students
| Measure | Alta Mesa Elementary Redding, California | Parsons Junior High Redding, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3700 of 5,693 | #760 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #41118 of 50,301 | #12288 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 319 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 319 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.6% | 79.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 30% |
| city | Redding | Redding |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parsons Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 25.9).
- •Alta Mesa Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Parsons Junior High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Alta Mesa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 79.3%).
- •Parsons Junior High does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.3).
- •Parsons Junior High is the larger school with 522 students compared with 319.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Alta Mesa Elementary better than Parsons Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Parsons Junior High ranks higher (28.1 vs 25.9 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 Mesa Elementary and Parsons Junior High?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Redding and Redding in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Mesa Elementary: 319. Parsons Junior High: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Mesa Elementary and Parsons Junior High rank in California?
Alta Mesa Elementary is 3700th of 5,693 and Parsons Junior High is 760th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).