Chaparral Prep Academy vs Golden Poppy Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral Prep Academy
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
594 students
Golden Poppy Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
525 students
| Measure | Chaparral Prep Academy Palmdale, California | Golden Poppy Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4936 of 5,693 | #5282 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47523 of 50,301 | #48762 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 594 | 525 |
| Enrollment | 594 | 525 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 89.3% |
| Students per teacher | 28.3 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 20% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chaparral Prep Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.2 vs 12.3).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 20%).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 89.3%).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.3 vs 28.3).
- •Chaparral Prep Academy is the larger school with 594 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 Chaparral Prep Academy better than Golden Poppy Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Chaparral Prep Academy ranks higher (15.2 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 Chaparral Prep Academy and Golden Poppy Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral Prep Academy: 594. Golden Poppy Elementary: 525. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral Prep Academy and Golden Poppy Elementary rank in California?
Chaparral Prep Academy is 4936th of 5,693 and Golden Poppy Elementary is 5282nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).