Highland Elementary vs Houston Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 785 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary
Visalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
438 students
Houston Elementary
Visalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
523 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Visalia, California | Houston Elementary Visalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5490 of 5,693 | #5539 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49526 of 50,301 | #49687 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 438 | 523 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 523 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.2% | 87% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 11% |
| city | Visalia | Visalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.7 vs 9.1).
- •Houston Elementary does better on math proficiency (11% vs 8%).
- •Houston Elementary does better on reading proficiency (21% vs 16%).
- •Houston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87% vs 87.2%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 22.7).
- •Houston Elementary is the larger school with 523 students compared with 438.
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 Elementary better than Houston 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 Highland Elementary and Houston Elementary?
About 785 m in a straight line, between Visalia and Visalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 438. Houston Elementary: 523. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and Houston Elementary rank in California?
Highland Elementary is 5490th of 5,693 and Houston Elementary is 5539th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).