Esperanza Elementary vs Highland High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.4 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
Highland High
Palmdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,706 students
| Measure | Esperanza Elementary Palmdale, California | Highland High Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3028 of 5,693 | #1138 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #36311 of 50,301 | #15456 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 962 | 2,706 |
| Enrollment | 962 | 2,706 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 63.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 12% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Esperanza Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.4 vs 18.9).
- •Esperanza Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 12%).
- •Esperanza Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 36%).
- •Esperanza Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.9% vs 63.9%).
- •Highland High is the larger school with 2,706 students compared with 962.
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 Highland High?
On the Success Index (US), Esperanza Elementary ranks higher (33.4 vs 18.9 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 Esperanza Elementary and Highland High?
About 3.4 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Esperanza Elementary: 962. Highland High: 2,706. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Esperanza Elementary and Highland High rank in California?
Esperanza Elementary is 3028th of 5,693 and Highland High is 1138th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).