La Quinta High vs Post Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Quinta High
Westminster · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,041 students
Post Elementary
Westminster · Public elementary · Grades K–6
338 students
| Measure | La Quinta High Westminster, California | Post Elementary Westminster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 1,343 | #1657 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6110 of 16,910 | #21827 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,041 | 338 |
| Enrollment | 2,041 | 338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 80.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 68% |
| city | Westminster | Westminster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •La Quinta High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.8 vs 54.8).
- •La Quinta High does better on math proficiency (71% vs 68%).
- •La Quinta High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 65%).
- •La Quinta High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.2% vs 80.8%).
- •La Quinta High does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 26.0).
- •La Quinta High is the larger school with 2,041 students compared with 338.
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 Quinta High better than Post Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), La Quinta High ranks higher (58.8 vs 54.8 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 Quinta High and Post Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Westminster and Westminster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta High: 2,041. Post Elementary: 338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta High and Post Elementary rank in California?
La Quinta High is 259th of 1,343 and Post Elementary is 1657th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).