Garey High vs Lopez Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garey High
Pomona · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,567 students
Lopez Elementary
Pomona · Public elementary · Grades K–6
394 students
| Measure | Garey High Pomona, California | Lopez Elementary Pomona, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1172 of 1,343 | #4625 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15640 of 16,910 | #46129 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 1,567 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 1,567 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 97.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 26% |
| city | Pomona | Pomona |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (17.8 vs 17.9).
- •Lopez Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 17%).
- •Lopez Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 39%).
- •Garey High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 97.7%).
- •Garey High does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 23.2).
- •Garey High is the larger school with 1,567 students compared with 394.
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 Garey High better than Lopez 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 Garey High and Lopez Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Pomona and Pomona in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garey High: 1,567. Lopez Elementary: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garey High and Lopez Elementary rank in California?
Garey High is 1172nd of 1,343 and Lopez Elementary is 4625th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).