Desert Knolls Elementary vs Mesquite Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 72 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert Knolls Elementary
Apple Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
582 students
Mesquite Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
582 students
| Measure | Desert Knolls Elementary Apple Valley, California | Mesquite Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3964 of 5,693 | #4316 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42678 of 50,301 | #44540 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 582 | 582 |
| Enrollment | 582 | 582 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.3% | 79% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 27.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 27% |
| city | Apple Valley | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Desert Knolls Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.4 vs 20.5).
- •Mesquite Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Desert Knolls Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Desert Knolls Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.3% vs 79%).
- •Desert Knolls Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 27.7).
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 Desert Knolls Elementary better than Mesquite Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Desert Knolls Elementary ranks higher (23.4 vs 20.5 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 Desert Knolls Elementary and Mesquite Elementary?
About 72 km in a straight line, between Apple Valley and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert Knolls Elementary: 582. Mesquite Elementary: 582. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert Knolls Elementary and Mesquite Elementary rank in California?
Desert Knolls Elementary is 3964th of 5,693 and Mesquite Elementary is 4316th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).