Cole Elementary vs Thompson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 841 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
Thompson Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
455 students
| Measure | Cole Elementary Highland, California | Thompson Elementary Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5035 of 5,693 | #3067 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47857 of 50,301 | #36632 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 380 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.5% | 88.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 46% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thompson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 14.5).
- •Thompson Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 22%).
- •Thompson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 34%).
- •Thompson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 95.5%).
- •Cole Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 22.8).
- •Thompson Elementary is the larger school with 455 students compared with 380.
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 Thompson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson Elementary ranks higher (33.0 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 Thompson Elementary?
About 841 m in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cole Elementary: 380. Thompson Elementary: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cole Elementary and Thompson Elementary rank in California?
Cole Elementary is 5035th of 5,693 and Thompson Elementary is 3067th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).