Highland Pacific Elementary vs Serrano Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Pacific Elementary
Highland · Public elementary · Grades K–6
285 students
Serrano Middle
Highland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
716 students
| Measure | Highland Pacific Elementary Highland, California | Serrano Middle Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4224 of 5,693 | #881 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #44095 of 50,301 | #13235 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 285 | 716 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 716 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.5% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 19% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Serrano Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 21.2).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 19%).
- •Serrano Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Highland Pacific Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.5% vs 92.9%).
- •Serrano Middle does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.0).
- •Serrano Middle is the larger school with 716 students compared with 285.
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 Pacific Elementary better than Serrano Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Serrano Middle ranks higher (23.0 vs 21.2 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 Pacific Elementary and Serrano Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Pacific Elementary: 285. Serrano Middle: 716. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Pacific Elementary and Serrano Middle rank in California?
Highland Pacific Elementary is 4224th of 5,693 and Serrano Middle is 881st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).