Harper vs International School for Science and Culture
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper
Costa Mesa · Public other
International School for Science and Culture
Costa Mesa · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
97 students
| Measure | Harper Costa Mesa, California | International School for Science and Culture Costa Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #1425 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #18921 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | – | Grades K–8 |
| Students | – | 97 |
| Enrollment | – | 97 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 41.2% |
| Students per teacher | – | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | – |
| Math proficiency | – | – |
| city | Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harper is a public school while International School for Science and Culture is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Harper better than International School for Science and Culture?
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 Harper and International School for Science and Culture?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Costa Mesa in California.
How do Harper and International School for Science and Culture rank in California?
Harper is unranked and International School for Science and Culture is 1425th of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).