Franklin Elementary vs Highlands Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 730 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Burlingame · Public elementary · Grades K–5
357 students
Highlands Elementary
Spring Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
357 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Burlingame, California | Highlands Elementary Spring Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #184 of 5,693 | #3544 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4002 of 50,301 | #40147 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 357 | 357 |
| Enrollment | 357 | 357 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.1% | 73.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.5 | 27.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 86% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 35% |
| city | Burlingame | Spring Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.8 vs 27.4).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 35%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (86% vs 40%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (17.1% vs 73.9%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.5 vs 27.5).
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 Franklin Elementary better than Highlands Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (81.8 vs 27.4 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 Franklin Elementary and Highlands Elementary?
About 730 km in a straight line, between Burlingame and Spring Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 357. Highlands Elementary: 357. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and Highlands Elementary rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 184th of 5,693 and Highlands Elementary is 3544th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).