Daisy Gibson Elementary vs Virginia Lee Rose Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 324 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Daisy Gibson Elementary
Palmdale Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ8
714 students
Virginia Lee Rose Elementary
Madera Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ6
714 students
| Measure | Daisy Gibson Elementary Palmdale, California | Virginia Lee Rose Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4464 of 5,693 | #4900 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45278 of 50,301 | #47369 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kβ8 | Grades Kβ6 |
| Students | 714 | 714 |
| Enrollment | 714 | 714 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 96.8% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 27% |
| city | Palmdale | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Daisy Gibson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.3 vs 15.6).
- β’Virginia Lee Rose Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- β’Daisy Gibson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.2% vs 96.8%).
- β’Virginia Lee Rose Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 26.4).
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 Daisy Gibson Elementary better than Virginia Lee Rose Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Daisy Gibson Elementary ranks higher (19.3 vs 15.6 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 Daisy Gibson Elementary and Virginia Lee Rose Elementary?
About 324 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Daisy Gibson Elementary: 714. Virginia Lee Rose Elementary: 714. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Daisy Gibson Elementary and Virginia Lee Rose Elementary rank in California?
Daisy Gibson Elementary is 4464th of 5,693 and Virginia Lee Rose Elementary is 4900th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).