Decker Elementary vs Golden Springs Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.1 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
Golden Springs Elementary
Diamond Bar · Public elementary · Grades K–6
388 students
| Measure | Decker Elementary Pomona, California | Golden Springs Elementary Diamond Bar, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 46 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4017 of 5,693 | #2124 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42925 of 50,301 | #27828 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 437 | 388 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 388 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.4% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 52% |
| city | Pomona | Diamond Bar |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Springs Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.1 vs 23.0).
- •Golden Springs Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 26%).
- •Golden Springs Elementary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 36%).
- •Golden Springs Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 76.4%).
- •Decker Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 25.9).
- •Decker Elementary is the larger school with 437 students compared with 388.
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 Golden Springs Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Springs Elementary ranks higher (46.1 vs 23.0 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 Golden Springs Elementary?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Pomona and Diamond Bar in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Decker Elementary: 437. Golden Springs Elementary: 388. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Decker Elementary and Golden Springs Elementary rank in California?
Decker Elementary is 4017th of 5,693 and Golden Springs Elementary is 2124th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).