Ladera Ranch Elementary vs Midland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 86 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ladera Ranch Elementary
Ladera Ranch · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
Midland Elementary
Poway · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
| Measure | Ladera Ranch Elementary Ladera Ranch, California | Midland Elementary Poway, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 67 Top 50% |
| State rank | #450 of 5,693 | #1028 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6820 of 50,301 | #13790 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 580 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.8% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 62% |
| city | Ladera Ranch | Poway |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.8 vs 66.5).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 65%).
- •Ladera Ranch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.8% vs 31.2%).
- •Midland Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.2).
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 Ranch Elementary better than Midland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ladera Ranch Elementary ranks higher (76.8 vs 66.5 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 Ranch Elementary and Midland Elementary?
About 86 km in a straight line, between Ladera Ranch and Poway in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ladera Ranch Elementary: 580. Midland Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ladera Ranch Elementary and Midland Elementary rank in California?
Ladera Ranch Elementary is 450th of 5,693 and Midland Elementary is 1028th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).