Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary vs Topaz Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 425 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
722 students
Topaz Preparatory Academy
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
722 students
| Measure | Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary Merced, California | Topaz Preparatory Academy Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2084 of 5,693 | #3559 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #27376 of 50,301 | #40243 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 722 | 722 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 722 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.6% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 32% |
| city | Merced | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 27.3).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on math proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 43%).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.6% vs 77.7%).
- •Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.8).
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 Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary better than Topaz Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary ranks higher (46.7 vs 27.3 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 Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary and Topaz Preparatory Academy?
About 425 km in a straight line, between Merced and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary: 722. Topaz Preparatory Academy: 722. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary and Topaz Preparatory Academy rank in California?
Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary is 2084th of 5,693 and Topaz Preparatory Academy is 3559th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).