Desert View Elementary vs Monte Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Desert View Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–6
688 students
Monte Vista Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
788 students
| Measure | Desert View Elementary Lancaster, California | Monte Vista Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5103 of 5,693 | #4712 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48123 of 50,301 | #46549 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 688 | 788 |
| Enrollment | 688 | 788 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89% | 89.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 26% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monte Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.1 vs 13.9).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 14%).
- •Monte Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 33%).
- •Desert View Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89% vs 89.6%).
- •Desert View Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 25.4).
- •Monte Vista Elementary is the larger school with 788 students compared with 688.
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 View Elementary better than Monte Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Monte Vista Elementary ranks higher (17.1 vs 13.9 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 View Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Desert View Elementary: 688. Monte Vista Elementary: 788. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Desert View Elementary and Monte Vista Elementary rank in California?
Desert View Elementary is 5103rd of 5,693 and Monte Vista Elementary is 4712th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).