Kingston Elementary vs Ranchero Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 606 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kingston Elementary
Hesperia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
808 students
Ranchero Middle
Hesperia · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,140 students
| Measure | Kingston Elementary Hesperia, California | Ranchero Middle Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5025 of 5,693 | #1123 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #47828 of 50,301 | #14543 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 808 | 1,140 |
| Enrollment | 808 | 1,140 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 16% |
| city | Hesperia | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.6 vs 15.2).
- •Kingston Elementary does better on math proficiency (18% vs 16%).
- •Ranchero Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Kingston Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.2% vs 80.5%).
- •Ranchero Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 26.1).
- •Ranchero Middle is the larger school with 1,140 students compared with 808.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Kingston Elementary better than Ranchero 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 Kingston Elementary and Ranchero Middle?
About 606 m in a straight line, between Hesperia and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kingston Elementary: 808. Ranchero Middle: 1,140. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kingston Elementary and Ranchero Middle rank in California?
Kingston Elementary is 5025th of 5,693 and Ranchero Middle is 1123rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).