Mesa Linda Middle vs Vista Verde Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesa Linda Middle
Victorville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
735 students
Vista Verde Elementary
Victorville · Public elementary · Grades K–5
774 students
| Measure | Mesa Linda Middle Victorville, California | Vista Verde Elementary Victorville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1205 of 1,334 | #5185 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14861 of 15,369 | #48400 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 735 | 774 |
| Enrollment | 735 | 774 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.2% | 83.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 16% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 5% | 18% |
| city | Victorville | Victorville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (12.4 vs 13.3).
- •Vista Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (18% vs 5%).
- •Vista Verde Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 16%).
- •Mesa Linda Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.2% vs 83.9%).
- •Mesa Linda Middle does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 23.5).
- •Vista Verde Elementary is the larger school with 774 students compared with 735.
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 Mesa Linda Middle better than Vista Verde 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 Mesa Linda Middle and Vista Verde Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Victorville and Victorville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesa Linda Middle: 735. Vista Verde Elementary: 774. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesa Linda Middle and Vista Verde Elementary rank in California?
Mesa Linda Middle is 1205th of 1,334 and Vista Verde Elementary is 5185th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).