Highgate Elementary vs Meadow Homes Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 390 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highgate Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
732 students
Meadow Homes Elementary
Concord · Public elementary · Grades K–5
732 students
| Measure | Highgate Elementary Bakersfield, California | Meadow Homes Elementary Concord, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2319 of 5,693 | #5381 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30030 of 50,301 | #49102 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 732 | 732 |
| Enrollment | 732 | 732 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.8% | 91.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 28.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 27% |
| Math proficiency | – | 22% |
| city | Bakersfield | Concord |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highgate Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.9 vs 11.3).
- •Highgate Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.8% vs 91.9%).
- •Highgate Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.2 vs 28.2).
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 Highgate Elementary better than Meadow Homes Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highgate Elementary ranks higher (42.9 vs 11.3 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 Highgate Elementary and Meadow Homes Elementary?
About 390 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Concord in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highgate Elementary: 732. Meadow Homes Elementary: 732. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highgate Elementary and Meadow Homes Elementary rank in California?
Highgate Elementary is 2319th of 5,693 and Meadow Homes Elementary is 5381st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).