La Quinta High vs Thomas Paine Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 449 m 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
Thomas Paine Elementary
Garden Grove · Public elementary · Grades K–6
428 students
| Measure | La Quinta High Westminster, California | Thomas Paine Elementary Garden Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #259 of 1,343 | #1453 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6110 of 16,910 | #19248 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,041 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 2,041 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.2% | 72.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 71% | 66% |
| city | Westminster | Garden Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (58.8 vs 58.5).
- •La Quinta High does better on math proficiency (71% vs 66%).
- •La Quinta High does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 69%).
- •Thomas Paine Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.2% vs 76.2%).
- •Thomas Paine Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 23.5).
- •La Quinta High is the larger school with 2,041 students compared with 428.
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 Thomas Paine Elementary?
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 La Quinta High and Thomas Paine Elementary?
About 449 m in a straight line, between Westminster and Garden Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta High: 2,041. Thomas Paine Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta High and Thomas Paine Elementary rank in California?
La Quinta High is 259th of 1,343 and Thomas Paine Elementary is 1453rd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).