Golden Poppy Elementary vs Quail Valley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Poppy Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
525 students
Quail Valley Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
503 students
| Measure | Golden Poppy Elementary Palmdale, California | Quail Valley Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5282 of 5,693 | #5304 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48762 of 50,301 | #48848 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 525 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 525 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 86.5% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 26.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 19% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.3 vs 12.1).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Quail Valley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.5% vs 89.3%).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.3 vs 26.5).
- •Golden Poppy Elementary is the larger school with 525 students compared with 503.
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 Golden Poppy Elementary better than Quail Valley 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 Golden Poppy Elementary and Quail Valley Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Poppy Elementary: 525. Quail Valley Elementary: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Poppy Elementary and Quail Valley Elementary rank in California?
Golden Poppy Elementary is 5282nd of 5,693 and Quail Valley Elementary is 5304th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).