Highlands Elementary vs Virginia R. Boris Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 279 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
Virginia R. Boris Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
666 students
| Measure | Highlands Elementary Saugus, California | Virginia R. Boris Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2398 of 5,693 | #1285 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #30697 of 50,301 | #17101 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 666 | 666 |
| Enrollment | 666 | 666 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 54.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 60% |
| city | Saugus | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Virginia R. Boris Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 41.9).
- •Virginia R. Boris Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 35%).
- •Virginia R. Boris Elementary does better on reading proficiency (70% vs 46%).
- •Highlands Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 54.1%).
- •Virginia R. Boris Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 24.7).
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 Virginia R. Boris Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Virginia R. Boris Elementary ranks higher (61.6 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 Virginia R. Boris Elementary?
About 279 km in a straight line, between Saugus and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highlands Elementary: 666. Virginia R. Boris Elementary: 666. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highlands Elementary and Virginia R. Boris Elementary rank in California?
Highlands Elementary is 2398th of 5,693 and Virginia R. Boris Elementary is 1285th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).