Ladera Elementary vs Pioneer 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.
Ladera Elementary
Tustin · Public elementary · Grades K–5
345 students
Pioneer Middle
Tustin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
971 students
| Measure | Ladera Elementary Tustin, California | Pioneer Middle Tustin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #729 of 5,693 | #201 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #10195 of 50,301 | #3641 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 345 | 971 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 971 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.5% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 70% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 66% |
| city | Tustin | Tustin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.6 vs 68.6).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 66%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 70%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.5% vs 39.4%).
- •Ladera Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.5 vs 27.0).
- •Pioneer Middle is the larger school with 971 students compared with 345.
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 Ladera Elementary better than Pioneer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera Elementary ranks higher (71.6 vs 68.6 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 Ladera Elementary and Pioneer Middle?
About 606 m in a straight line, between Tustin and Tustin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera Elementary: 345. Pioneer Middle: 971. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera Elementary and Pioneer Middle rank in California?
Ladera Elementary is 729th of 5,693 and Pioneer Middle is 201st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).