Lichen K-8 vs Mesa Verde High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lichen K-8
Citrus Heights · Public elementary · Grades K–8
498 students
Mesa Verde High
Citrus Heights · Public high · Grades 9–12
894 students
| Measure | Lichen K-8 Citrus Heights, California | Mesa Verde High Citrus Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3411 of 5,693 | #941 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #39132 of 50,301 | #14081 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 498 | 894 |
| Enrollment | 498 | 894 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 57.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.8 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 17% |
| city | Citrus Heights | Citrus Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lichen K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.1 vs 26.5).
- •Lichen K-8 does better on math proficiency (31% vs 17%).
- •Mesa Verde High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Mesa Verde High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.7% vs 63.9%).
- •Mesa Verde High does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 20.8).
- •Mesa Verde High is the larger school with 894 students compared with 498.
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 Lichen K-8 better than Mesa Verde High?
On the Success Index (US), Lichen K-8 ranks higher (29.1 vs 26.5 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 Lichen K-8 and Mesa Verde High?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Citrus Heights and Citrus Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lichen K-8: 498. Mesa Verde High: 894. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lichen K-8 and Mesa Verde High rank in California?
Lichen K-8 is 3411th of 5,693 and Mesa Verde High is 941st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).