Classical Academy vs Juniper Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Classical Academy
Escondido · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
1,581 students
Juniper Elementary
Escondido · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
| Measure | Classical Academy Escondido, California | Juniper Elementary Escondido, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 58 Top 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1469 of 5,693 | #4608 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #19423 of 50,301 | #46011 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,581 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 1,581 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.2% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 28.7 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 23% |
| city | Escondido | Escondido |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Classical Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.2 vs 18.1).
- •Classical Academy does better on math proficiency (48% vs 23%).
- •Classical Academy does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 33%).
- •Classical Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.2% vs 87.1%).
- •Juniper Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 28.7).
- •Classical Academy is the larger school with 1,581 students compared with 588.
- •Classical Academy is a charter school while Juniper Elementary is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Classical Academy better than Juniper Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Classical Academy ranks higher (58.2 vs 18.1 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 Classical Academy and Juniper Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Escondido and Escondido in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Classical Academy: 1,581. Juniper Elementary: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Classical Academy and Juniper Elementary rank in California?
Classical Academy is 1469th of 5,693 and Juniper Elementary is 4608th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).