Decker Elementary vs Garey High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Decker Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
437 students
Garey High
Pomona · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,567 students
| Measure | Decker Elementary Pomona, California | Garey High Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4017 of 5,693 | #1172 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #42925 of 50,301 | #15640 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 437 | 1,567 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 1,567 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 17% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Decker Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 17.8).
- •Decker Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 17%).
- •Garey High does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 36%).
- •Decker Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.4% vs 91.4%).
- •Decker Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 21.2).
- •Garey High is the larger school with 1,567 students compared with 437.
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 Decker Elementary better than Garey High?
On the Success Index (US), Decker Elementary ranks higher (23.0 vs 17.8 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 Decker Elementary and Garey High?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decker Elementary: 437. Garey High: 1,567. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decker Elementary and Garey High rank in California?
Decker Elementary is 4017th of 5,693 and Garey High is 1172nd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).