Friendly Hills Elementary vs Los Molinos Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 831 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Friendly Hills Elementary
Joshua Tree · Public elementary · Grades K–6
266 students
Los Molinos Elementary
Los Molinos · Public elementary · Grades K–8
266 students
| Measure | Friendly Hills Elementary Joshua Tree, California | Los Molinos Elementary Los Molinos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2926 of 5,693 | #2900 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35498 of 50,301 | #35278 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 266 | 266 |
| Enrollment | 266 | 266 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.4% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 42% |
| city | Joshua Tree | Los Molinos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.6 vs 35.0).
- •Los Molinos Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 34%).
- •Los Molinos Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Friendly Hills Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.4% vs 80.5%).
- •Los Molinos Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.2).
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 Friendly Hills Elementary better than Los Molinos Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Friendly Hills Elementary and Los Molinos Elementary?
About 831 km in a straight line, between Joshua Tree and Los Molinos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Friendly Hills Elementary: 266. Los Molinos Elementary: 266. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Friendly Hills Elementary and Los Molinos Elementary rank in California?
Friendly Hills Elementary is 2926th of 5,693 and Los Molinos Elementary is 2900th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).