Elderberry Elementary vs Vernon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 973 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elderberry Elementary
Ontario · Public elementary · Grades K–6
544 students
Vernon Middle
Montclair · Public middle · Grades 7–8
580 students
| Measure | Elderberry Elementary Ontario, California | Vernon Middle Montclair, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2719 of 5,693 | #791 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #33492 of 50,301 | #12520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 544 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 29% |
| city | Ontario | Montclair |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elderberry Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.7 vs 26.9).
- •Elderberry Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 29%).
- •Elderberry Elementary does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 43%).
- •Vernon Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 92.5%).
- •Vernon Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 22.7).
- •Vernon Middle is the larger school with 580 students compared with 544.
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 Elderberry Elementary better than Vernon Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elderberry Elementary ranks higher (37.7 vs 26.9 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 Elderberry Elementary and Vernon Middle?
About 973 m in a straight line, between Ontario and Montclair in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elderberry Elementary: 544. Vernon Middle: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elderberry Elementary and Vernon Middle rank in California?
Elderberry Elementary is 2719th of 5,693 and Vernon Middle is 791st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).