Jefferson Elementary vs Yucca Loma Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 108 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
616 students
Yucca Loma Elementary
Apple Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
616 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Santa Ana, California | Yucca Loma Elementary Apple Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4635 of 5,693 | #4480 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46173 of 50,301 | #45382 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 616 | 616 |
| Enrollment | 616 | 616 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 83.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| city | Santa Ana | Apple Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Yucca Loma Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.2 vs 17.8).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Yucca Loma Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Yucca Loma Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.4% vs 83.6%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.8).
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Yucca Loma Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Yucca Loma Elementary ranks higher (19.2 vs 17.8 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 Jefferson Elementary and Yucca Loma Elementary?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Apple Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 616. Yucca Loma Elementary: 616. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Yucca Loma Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4635th of 5,693 and Yucca Loma Elementary is 4480th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).