Donlon Elementary vs Thomas S. Hart Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 982 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donlon Elementary
Pleasanton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
700 students
Thomas S. Hart Middle
Pleasanton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,129 students
| Measure | Donlon Elementary Pleasanton, California | Thomas S. Hart Middle Pleasanton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #285 of 5,693 | #49 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #5017 of 50,301 | #1240 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 700 | 1,129 |
| Enrollment | 700 | 1,129 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 10.4% | 10% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 77% | 76% |
| city | Pleasanton | Pleasanton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.6 vs 79.9).
- •Donlon Elementary does better on math proficiency (77% vs 76%).
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10% vs 10.4%).
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 24.1).
- •Thomas S. Hart Middle is the larger school with 1,129 students compared with 700.
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 Donlon Elementary better than Thomas S. Hart Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas S. Hart Middle ranks higher (81.6 vs 79.9 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 Donlon Elementary and Thomas S. Hart Middle?
About 982 m in a straight line, between Pleasanton and Pleasanton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donlon Elementary: 700. Thomas S. Hart Middle: 1,129. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donlon Elementary and Thomas S. Hart Middle rank in California?
Donlon Elementary is 285th of 5,693 and Thomas S. Hart Middle is 49th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).