La Paloma Elementary vs William R. Buckley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 345 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Paloma Elementary
Fallbrook · Public elementary · Grades K–6
499 students
William R. Buckley Elementary
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
499 students
| Measure | La Paloma Elementary Fallbrook, California | William R. Buckley Elementary Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2283 of 5,693 | #3440 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29591 of 50,301 | #39373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 499 | 499 |
| Enrollment | 499 | 499 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.6% | 83.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 32% |
| city | Fallbrook | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Paloma Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.5 vs 28.8).
- •La Paloma Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •La Paloma Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 48%).
- •La Paloma Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.6% vs 83.4%).
- •La Paloma Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 25.0).
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 La Paloma Elementary better than William R. Buckley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Paloma Elementary ranks higher (43.5 vs 28.8 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 La Paloma Elementary and William R. Buckley Elementary?
About 345 km in a straight line, between Fallbrook and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Paloma Elementary: 499. William R. Buckley Elementary: 499. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Paloma Elementary and William R. Buckley Elementary rank in California?
La Paloma Elementary is 2283rd of 5,693 and William R. Buckley Elementary is 3440th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).