Buena Vista Elementary vs Golden Poppy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 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
Golden Poppy Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
525 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Elementary Palmdale, California | Golden Poppy Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4903 of 5,693 | #5282 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47378 of 50,301 | #48762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 573 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 573 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.7% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 20% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Buena Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.5 vs 12.3).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 89.3%).
- •Buena Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 26.3).
- •Buena Vista Elementary is the larger school with 573 students compared with 525.
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 Golden Poppy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Buena Vista Elementary ranks higher (15.5 vs 12.3 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 Buena Vista Elementary and Golden Poppy Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Elementary: 573. Golden Poppy Elementary: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Elementary and Golden Poppy Elementary rank in California?
Buena Vista Elementary is 4903rd of 5,693 and Golden Poppy Elementary is 5282nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).