Barrel Springs Elementary vs Buena Terra Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barrel Springs Elementary
Palmdale Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
627 students
Buena Terra Elementary
Buena Park Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ6
627 students
| Measure | Barrel Springs Elementary Palmdale, California | Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3582 of 5,693 | #1192 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40373 of 50,301 | #15839 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kβ5 | Grades Kβ6 |
| Students | 627 | 627 |
| Enrollment | 627 | 627 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.4% | 56% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 68% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 70% |
| city | Palmdale | Buena Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Buena Terra Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (63.4 vs 27.0).
- β’Buena Terra Elementary does better on math proficiency (70% vs 35%).
- β’Buena Terra Elementary does better on reading proficiency (68% vs 41%).
- β’Buena Terra Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56% vs 77.4%).
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 Barrel Springs Elementary better than Buena Terra Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buena Terra Elementary ranks higher (63.4 vs 27.0 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 Barrel Springs Elementary and Buena Terra Elementary?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Buena Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barrel Springs Elementary: 627. Buena Terra Elementary: 627. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barrel Springs Elementary and Buena Terra Elementary rank in California?
Barrel Springs Elementary is 3582nd of 5,693 and Buena Terra Elementary is 1192nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).