Kingsley Elementary vs Vernon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingsley Elementary
Montclair · Public elementary · Grades K–6
494 students
Vernon Middle
Montclair · Public middle · Grades 7–8
580 students
| Measure | Kingsley Elementary Montclair, California | Vernon Middle Montclair, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3649 of 5,693 | #791 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #40856 of 50,301 | #12520 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 494 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 494 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 85.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 29% |
| city | Montclair | Montclair |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (26.3 vs 26.9).
- •Kingsley Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 29%).
- •Vernon Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.9% vs 91.3%).
- •Vernon Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 24.7).
- •Vernon Middle is the larger school with 580 students compared with 494.
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 Kingsley Elementary better than Vernon Middle?
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 Kingsley Elementary and Vernon Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Montclair and Montclair in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingsley Elementary: 494. Vernon Middle: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingsley Elementary and Vernon Middle rank in California?
Kingsley Elementary is 3649th of 5,693 and Vernon Middle is 791st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).