Jack Northrop Elementary vs New Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 341 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack Northrop Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
645 students
New Vista Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
835 students
| Measure | Jack Northrop Elementary Lancaster, California | New Vista Middle Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4590 of 5,693 | #1270 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #45918 of 50,301 | #15128 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 645 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 645 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.3% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 18.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 8% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jack Northrop Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.3 vs 9.6).
- •Jack Northrop Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 8%).
- •Jack Northrop Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 21%).
- •Jack Northrop Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.3% vs 91.3%).
- •New Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 24.8).
- •New Vista Middle is the larger school with 835 students compared with 645.
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 Jack Northrop Elementary better than New Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jack Northrop Elementary ranks higher (18.3 vs 9.6 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 Jack Northrop Elementary and New Vista Middle?
About 341 m in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack Northrop Elementary: 645. New Vista Middle: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack Northrop Elementary and New Vista Middle rank in California?
Jack Northrop Elementary is 4590th of 5,693 and New Vista Middle is 1270th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).