Cole Elementary vs Highland Pacific Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 650 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cole Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
380 students
Highland Pacific Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
285 students
| Measure | Cole Elementary Highland, California | Highland Pacific Elementary Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5035 of 5,693 | #4224 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47857 of 50,301 | #44095 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 380 | 285 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 285 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.5% | 89.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 19.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 27% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Pacific Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 14.5).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 22%).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.5% vs 95.5%).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 22.4).
- •Cole Elementary is the larger school with 380 students compared with 285.
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 Cole Elementary better than Highland Pacific Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Pacific Elementary ranks higher (21.2 vs 14.5 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 Cole Elementary and Highland Pacific Elementary?
About 650 m in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Elementary: 380. Highland Pacific Elementary: 285. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Elementary and Highland Pacific Elementary rank in California?
Cole Elementary is 5035th of 5,693 and Highland Pacific Elementary is 4224th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).