Esperanza Elementary vs Rancho Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 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
Rancho Vista Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
886 students
| Measure | Esperanza Elementary Palmdale, California | Rancho Vista Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3028 of 5,693 | #2655 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #36311 of 50,301 | #32910 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 962 | 886 |
| Enrollment | 962 | 886 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.9% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 26.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 37% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Vista Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 33.4).
- •Rancho Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 34%).
- •Rancho Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 45%).
- •Rancho Vista Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 61.9%).
- •Esperanza Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 26.8).
- •Esperanza Elementary is the larger school with 962 students compared with 886.
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 Rancho Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Vista Elementary ranks higher (38.6 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 Rancho Vista Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Esperanza Elementary: 962. Rancho Vista Elementary: 886. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Esperanza Elementary and Rancho Vista Elementary rank in California?
Esperanza Elementary is 3028th of 5,693 and Rancho Vista Elementary is 2655th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).