Highland Pacific Elementary vs Thompson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Pacific Elementary
Highland ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ6
285 students
Thompson Elementary
Highland ยท Public elementary ยท Grades Kโ6
455 students
| Measure | Highland Pacific Elementary Highland, California | Thompson Elementary Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4224 of 5,693 | #3067 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44095 of 50,301 | #36632 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades Kโ6 | Grades Kโ6 |
| Students | 285 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.5% | 88.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 46% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | โ | โ |
The verdict
- โขThompson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.0 vs 21.2).
- โขThompson Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 27%).
- โขThompson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 37%).
- โขThompson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.8% vs 89.5%).
- โขHighland Pacific Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.0 vs 22.8).
- โขThompson Elementary is the larger school with 455 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 Thompson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Thompson Elementary ranks higher (33.0 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 Thompson Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Pacific Elementary: 285. Thompson Elementary: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Pacific Elementary and Thompson Elementary rank in California?
Highland Pacific Elementary is 4224th of 5,693 and Thompson Elementary is 3067th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).