Highland High vs Ocotillo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland High
Palmdale · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,706 students
Ocotillo Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–5
588 students
| Measure | Highland High Palmdale, California | Ocotillo Elementary Palmdale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1138 of 1,343 | #3548 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15456 of 16,910 | #40162 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 2,706 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 2,706 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 79.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 28.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| city | Palmdale | Palmdale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ocotillo Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.4 vs 18.9).
- •Ocotillo Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Ocotillo Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Highland High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 79.1%).
- •Highland High does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 28.0).
- •Highland High is the larger school with 2,706 students compared with 588.
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 High better than Ocotillo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ocotillo Elementary ranks higher (27.4 vs 18.9 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 High and Ocotillo Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Palmdale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland High: 2,706. Ocotillo Elementary: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland High and Ocotillo Elementary rank in California?
Highland High is 1138th of 1,343 and Ocotillo Elementary is 3548th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).