Highland Ranch Elementary vs Turtleback 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 Ranch Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
661 students
Turtleback Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
| Measure | Highland Ranch Elementary San Diego, California | Turtleback Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #647 of 5,693 | #781 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9254 of 50,301 | #10841 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 661 | 458 |
| Enrollment | 661 | 458 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 14.7% | 21.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 64% | 65% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (73.0 vs 70.7).
- •Turtleback Elementary does better on math proficiency (65% vs 64%).
- •Highland Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 65%).
- •Highland Ranch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.7% vs 21.6%).
- •Turtleback Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 23.6).
- •Highland Ranch Elementary is the larger school with 661 students compared with 458.
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 Ranch Elementary better than Turtleback Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Ranch Elementary ranks higher (73.0 vs 70.7 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 Ranch Elementary and Turtleback Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Ranch Elementary: 661. Turtleback Elementary: 458. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Ranch Elementary and Turtleback Elementary rank in California?
Highland Ranch Elementary is 647th of 5,693 and Turtleback Elementary is 781st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).