Midland Elementary vs Tierra Bonita Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Midland Elementary
Poway · Public elementary · Grades K–5
580 students
Tierra Bonita Elementary
Poway · Public elementary · Grades K–5
377 students
| Measure | Midland Elementary Poway, California | Tierra Bonita Elementary Poway, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1028 of 5,693 | #672 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13790 of 50,301 | #9543 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 580 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 8.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 67% |
| city | Poway | Poway |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tierra Bonita Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.6 vs 66.5).
- •Tierra Bonita Elementary does better on math proficiency (67% vs 62%).
- •Tierra Bonita Elementary does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 65%).
- •Tierra Bonita Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.2% vs 31.2%).
- •Midland Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.6).
- •Midland Elementary is the larger school with 580 students compared with 377.
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 Midland Elementary better than Tierra Bonita Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tierra Bonita Elementary ranks higher (72.6 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 Midland Elementary and Tierra Bonita Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Poway and Poway in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Midland Elementary: 580. Tierra Bonita Elementary: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Midland Elementary and Tierra Bonita Elementary rank in California?
Midland Elementary is 1028th of 5,693 and Tierra Bonita Elementary is 672nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).