David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy vs Highland High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 582 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy
Palmdale · Public middle · Grades 6–8
952 students
Highland High
Palmdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,706 students
| Measure | David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy Palmdale, California | Highland High Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1120 of 1,334 | #1138 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14537 of 15,369 | #15456 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 952 | 2,706 |
| Enrollment | 952 | 2,706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 12% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.9 vs 15.2).
- •David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •Highland High does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 31%).
- •Highland High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 75.3%).
- •David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 25.3).
- •Highland High is the larger school with 2,706 students compared with 952.
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 David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy better than Highland High?
On the Success Index (US), Highland High ranks higher (18.9 vs 15.2 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 David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy and Highland High?
About 582 m in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy: 952. Highland High: 2,706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy and Highland High rank in California?
David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy is 1120th of 1,334 and Highland High is 1138th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).