Buena Vista Elementary vs Chaparral Prep Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
573 students
Chaparral Prep Academy
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
594 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Palmdale, California | Chaparral Prep Academy Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4903 of 5,693 | #4936 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47378 of 50,301 | #47523 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 573 | 594 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 87.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 28.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 27% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.5 vs 15.2).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 19%).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 87.7%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 28.3).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy is the larger school with 594 students compared with 573.
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 Buena Vista Elementary better than Chaparral Prep Academy?
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 Buena Vista Elementary and Chaparral Prep Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 573. Chaparral Prep Academy: 594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Chaparral Prep Academy rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 4903rd of 5,693 and Chaparral Prep Academy is 4936th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).