Juniper Elementary vs Pathways to College K8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Juniper Elementary
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
761 students
Pathways to College K8
Hesperia · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
431 students
| Measure | Juniper Elementary Hesperia, California | Pathways to College K8 Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4225 of 5,693 | #4217 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44100 of 50,301 | #44046 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 761 | 431 |
| Enrollment | 761 | 431 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.1% | 68.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 22% |
| city | Hesperia | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.2 vs 21.3).
- •Juniper Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 22%).
- •Juniper Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 84.1%).
- •Pathways to College K8 does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 24.5).
- •Juniper Elementary is the larger school with 761 students compared with 431.
- •Juniper Elementary is a public school while Pathways to College K8 is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Juniper Elementary better than Pathways to College K8?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Juniper Elementary and Pathways to College K8?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Hesperia and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Juniper Elementary: 761. Pathways to College K8: 431. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Juniper Elementary and Pathways to College K8 rank in California?
Juniper Elementary is 4225th of 5,693 and Pathways to College K8 is 4217th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).