David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy vs Ocotillo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km 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
Ocotillo Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
| Measure | David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy Palmdale, California | Ocotillo Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1120 of 1,334 | #3548 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14537 of 15,369 | #40162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 952 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 952 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.3% | 79.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 28.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 37% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocotillo Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 15.2).
- •Ocotillo Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 15%).
- •Ocotillo Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 31%).
- •David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.3% vs 79.1%).
- •David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 28.0).
- •David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy is the larger school with 952 students compared with 588.
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 Ocotillo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ocotillo Elementary ranks higher (27.4 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 Ocotillo Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy: 952. Ocotillo Elementary: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy and Ocotillo Elementary rank in California?
David G. Millen Law and Government Magnet Academy is 1120th of 1,334 and Ocotillo Elementary is 3548th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).