Banyan Elementary vs Pioneer Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 613 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
Pioneer Elementary
Davis · Public elementary · Grades K–6
572 students
| Measure | Banyan Elementary Alta Loma, California | Pioneer Elementary Davis, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 68 Top 50% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #954 of 5,693 | #532 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12986 of 50,301 | #7797 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 572 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.4% | 30.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 74% |
| city | Alta Loma | Davis |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pioneer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 67.6).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 71%).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •Pioneer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.1% vs 47.4%).
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 Pioneer Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pioneer Elementary ranks higher (75.3 vs 67.6 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 Pioneer Elementary?
About 613 km in a straight line, between Alta Loma and Davis in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Banyan Elementary: 572. Pioneer Elementary: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Banyan Elementary and Pioneer Elementary rank in California?
Banyan Elementary is 954th of 5,693 and Pioneer Elementary is 532nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).