Cypress Elementary vs North Shore Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 35 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cypress Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
517 students
North Shore Elementary
Big Bear Lake · Public elementary · Grades K–5
517 students
| Measure | Cypress Elementary Highland, California | North Shore Elementary Big Bear Lake, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5126 of 5,693 | #2536 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48204 of 50,301 | #31882 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 517 | 517 |
| Enrollment | 517 | 517 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 70.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.1 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 41% |
| city | Highland | Big Bear Lake |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Shore Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.1 vs 13.7).
- •North Shore Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 21%).
- •North Shore Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 30%).
- •North Shore Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.4% vs 94.2%).
- •Cypress Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 23.5).
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 Cypress Elementary better than North Shore Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Shore Elementary ranks higher (40.1 vs 13.7 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 Cypress Elementary and North Shore Elementary?
About 35 km in a straight line, between Highland and Big Bear Lake in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cypress Elementary: 517. North Shore Elementary: 517. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cypress Elementary and North Shore Elementary rank in California?
Cypress Elementary is 5126th of 5,693 and North Shore Elementary is 2536th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).