Altus Schools Mirus Charter vs Topaz Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 828 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Altus Schools Mirus Charter
Hesperia · Charter high · Grades 7–12
292 students
Topaz Preparatory Academy
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
722 students
| Measure | Altus Schools Mirus Charter Hesperia, California | Topaz Preparatory Academy Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1193 of 1,343 | #3559 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15727 of 16,910 | #40243 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 292 | 722 |
| Enrollment | 292 | 722 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.6% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 29.2 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 32% |
| city | Hesperia | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Topaz Preparatory Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 17.2).
- •Topaz Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (32% vs 12%).
- •Topaz Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Altus Schools Mirus Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.6% vs 77.7%).
- •Topaz Preparatory Academy does better on students per teacher (25.8 vs 29.2).
- •Topaz Preparatory Academy is the larger school with 722 students compared with 292.
- •Altus Schools Mirus Charter is a charter school while Topaz Preparatory Academy is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Altus Schools Mirus Charter better than Topaz Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Topaz Preparatory Academy ranks higher (27.3 vs 17.2 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 Altus Schools Mirus Charter and Topaz Preparatory Academy?
About 828 m in a straight line, between Hesperia and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Altus Schools Mirus Charter: 292. Topaz Preparatory Academy: 722. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Altus Schools Mirus Charter and Topaz Preparatory Academy rank in California?
Altus Schools Mirus Charter is 1193rd of 1,343 and Topaz Preparatory Academy is 3559th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).