Esperanza Elementary vs Gregg Anderson Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Esperanza Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
962 students
Gregg Anderson Academy
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
893 students
| Measure | Esperanza Elementary Palmdale, California | Gregg Anderson Academy Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3028 of 5,693 | #812 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36311 of 50,301 | #11311 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 962 | 893 |
| Enrollment | 962 | 893 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 31.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 65% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gregg Anderson Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.0 vs 33.4).
- •Gregg Anderson Academy does better on math proficiency (65% vs 34%).
- •Gregg Anderson Academy does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 45%).
- •Gregg Anderson Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.6% vs 61.9%).
- •Esperanza Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 27.1).
- •Esperanza Elementary is the larger school with 962 students compared with 893.
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 Esperanza Elementary better than Gregg Anderson Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Gregg Anderson Academy ranks higher (70.0 vs 33.4 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 Esperanza Elementary and Gregg Anderson Academy?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Esperanza Elementary: 962. Gregg Anderson Academy: 893. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Esperanza Elementary and Gregg Anderson Academy rank in California?
Esperanza Elementary is 3028th of 5,693 and Gregg Anderson Academy is 812th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).