Highland Academy vs Sundance Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Academy
Beaumont · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
331 students
Sundance Elementary
Beaumont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
735 students
| Measure | Highland Academy Beaumont, California | Sundance Elementary Beaumont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2358 of 5,693 | #2506 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30293 of 50,301 | #31694 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 331 | 735 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 735 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.1% | 74.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 45% |
| city | Beaumont | Beaumont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.5 vs 40.4).
- •Sundance Elementary does better on math proficiency (45% vs 29%).
- •Sundance Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 50%).
- •Highland Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.1% vs 74.3%).
- •Highland Academy does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 25.3).
- •Sundance Elementary is the larger school with 735 students compared with 331.
- •Highland Academy is a charter school while Sundance Elementary is a public 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 Highland Academy better than Sundance Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Academy ranks higher (42.5 vs 40.4 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 Highland Academy and Sundance Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Beaumont and Beaumont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Academy: 331. Sundance Elementary: 735. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Academy and Sundance Elementary rank in California?
Highland Academy is 2358th of 5,693 and Sundance Elementary is 2506th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).