Banyan Elementary vs Deer Canyon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Banyan Elementary
Alta Loma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
572 students
Deer Canyon Elementary
Alta Loma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
496 students
| Measure | Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, California | Deer Canyon Elementary Alta Loma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #954 of 5,693 | #1345 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12986 of 50,301 | #17979 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 572 | 496 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 496 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.4% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 58% |
| city | Alta Loma | Alta Loma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Banyan Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.6 vs 60.3).
- •Banyan Elementary does better on math proficiency (71% vs 58%).
- •Banyan Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Deer Canyon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.8% vs 47.4%).
- •Banyan Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 27.6).
- •Banyan Elementary is the larger school with 572 students compared with 496.
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 Banyan Elementary better than Deer Canyon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Banyan Elementary ranks higher (67.6 vs 60.3 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 Banyan Elementary and Deer Canyon Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Alta Loma and Alta Loma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Banyan Elementary: 572. Deer Canyon Elementary: 496. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Banyan Elementary and Deer Canyon Elementary rank in California?
Banyan Elementary is 954th of 5,693 and Deer Canyon Elementary is 1345th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).