Highlands Elementary vs James Foster Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highlands Elementary
Saugus · Public elementary · Grades K–6
666 students
James Foster Elementary
Saugus · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary Saugus, California | James Foster Elementary Saugus, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2398 of 5,693 | #1615 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30697 of 50,301 | #21248 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 666 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 666 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 39.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 29.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 51% |
| city | Saugus | Saugus |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Foster Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 41.9).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 35%).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 46%).
- •Highlands Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 39.2%).
- •Highlands Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 29.9).
- •Highlands Elementary is the larger school with 666 students compared with 508.
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 Highlands Elementary better than James Foster Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Foster Elementary ranks higher (55.6 vs 41.9 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 Highlands Elementary and James Foster Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Saugus and Saugus in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Elementary: 666. James Foster Elementary: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Elementary and James Foster Elementary rank in California?
Highlands Elementary is 2398th of 5,693 and James Foster Elementary is 1615th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).