John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary vs Sierra Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–7
697 students
Sierra Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
707 students
| Measure | John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary Lancaster, California | Sierra Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3987 of 5,693 | #5603 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42764 of 50,301 | #49872 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–7 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 697 | 707 |
| Enrollment | 697 | 707 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.2% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.8 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 11% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 8.1).
- •John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 11%).
- •John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 24%).
- •John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 92.8%).
- •Sierra Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 25.8).
- •Sierra Elementary is the larger school with 707 students compared with 697.
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 John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary better than Sierra Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary ranks higher (23.3 vs 8.1 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 John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary and Sierra Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary: 697. Sierra Elementary: 707. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary and Sierra Elementary rank in California?
John and Jacquelyn Miller Elementary is 3987th of 5,693 and Sierra Elementary is 5603rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).