Ericson Elementary vs Mira Mesa High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ericson Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
650 students
Mira Mesa High
San Diego · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,187 students
| Measure | Ericson Elementary San Diego, California | Mira Mesa High San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #716 of 5,693 | #273 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9995 of 50,301 | #6440 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 650 | 2,187 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 2,187 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.7% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 76% | 53% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ericson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.9 vs 57.5).
- •Ericson Elementary does better on math proficiency (76% vs 53%).
- •Mira Mesa High does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 73%).
- •Ericson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.7% vs 57.1%).
- •Ericson Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.1 vs 25.4).
- •Mira Mesa High is the larger school with 2,187 students compared with 650.
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 Ericson Elementary better than Mira Mesa High?
On the Success Index (US), Ericson Elementary ranks higher (71.9 vs 57.5 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 Ericson Elementary and Mira Mesa High?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ericson Elementary: 650. Mira Mesa High: 2,187. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ericson Elementary and Mira Mesa High rank in California?
Ericson Elementary is 716th of 5,693 and Mira Mesa High is 273rd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).