Arroyo Verde Elementary vs Thompson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Verde Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–5
518 students
Thompson Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
455 students
| Measure | Arroyo Verde Elementary Highland, California | Thompson Elementary Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1733 of 5,693 | #3067 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #22881 of 50,301 | #36632 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 518 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 518 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.1% | 88.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 46% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arroyo Verde Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.2 vs 33.0).
- •Arroyo Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 46%).
- •Arroyo Verde Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 46%).
- •Arroyo Verde Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 88.8%).
- •Thompson Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.5).
- •Arroyo Verde Elementary is the larger school with 518 students compared with 455.
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 Arroyo Verde Elementary better than Thompson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Arroyo Verde Elementary ranks higher (53.2 vs 33.0 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 Arroyo Verde Elementary and Thompson Elementary?
About 3.0 km in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Verde Elementary: 518. Thompson Elementary: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Verde Elementary and Thompson Elementary rank in California?
Arroyo Verde Elementary is 1733rd of 5,693 and Thompson Elementary is 3067th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).