Discovery vs Ernest R. Geddes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 68 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Discovery
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
662 students
Ernest R. Geddes Elementary
Baldwin Park · Public elementary · Grades K–5
662 students
| Measure | Discovery Lancaster, California | Ernest R. Geddes Elementary Baldwin Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4963 of 5,693 | #4367 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47624 of 50,301 | #44780 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 662 | 662 |
| Enrollment | 662 | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 90.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 32% |
| city | Lancaster | Baldwin Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest R. Geddes Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 15.0).
- •Ernest R. Geddes Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •Discovery does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.5% vs 90.6%).
- •Ernest R. Geddes Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 24.5).
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 Discovery better than Ernest R. Geddes Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest R. Geddes Elementary ranks higher (20.1 vs 15.0 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 Discovery and Ernest R. Geddes Elementary?
About 68 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Baldwin Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Discovery: 662. Ernest R. Geddes Elementary: 662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Discovery and Ernest R. Geddes Elementary rank in California?
Discovery is 4963rd of 5,693 and Ernest R. Geddes Elementary is 4367th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).