Antelope Valley Learning Academy vs Mesquite Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Antelope Valley Learning Academy
Palmdale · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,059 students
Mesquite Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
582 students
| Measure | Antelope Valley Learning Academy Palmdale, California | Mesquite Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #4316 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #44540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,059 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 1,059 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.8% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 29.4 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 27% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesquite Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 6%).
- •Mesquite Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 32%).
- •Mesquite Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79% vs 85.8%).
- •Mesquite Elementary does better on students per teacher (27.7 vs 29.4).
- •Antelope Valley Learning Academy is the larger school with 1,059 students compared with 582.
- •Antelope Valley Learning Academy is a charter school while Mesquite Elementary 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 Antelope Valley Learning Academy better than Mesquite Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Antelope Valley Learning Academy and Mesquite Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Antelope Valley Learning Academy: 1,059. Mesquite Elementary: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Antelope Valley Learning Academy and Mesquite Elementary rank in California?
Antelope Valley Learning Academy is unranked and Mesquite Elementary is 4316th of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).