Miller Elementary vs Tierrasanta Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Miller Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
611 students
Tierrasanta Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
500 students
| Measure | Miller Elementary San Diego, California | Tierrasanta Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1803 of 5,693 | #901 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24068 of 50,301 | #12314 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 611 | 500 |
| Enrollment | 611 | 500 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.7% | 31.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 66% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Tierrasanta Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 51.6).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 56%).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 57%).
- •Tierrasanta Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 61.7%).
- •Miller Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 26.3).
- •Miller Elementary is the larger school with 611 students compared with 500.
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 Miller Elementary better than Tierrasanta Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Tierrasanta Elementary ranks higher (68.6 vs 51.6 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 Miller Elementary and Tierrasanta Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Miller Elementary: 611. Tierrasanta Elementary: 500. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Miller Elementary and Tierrasanta Elementary rank in California?
Miller Elementary is 1803rd of 5,693 and Tierrasanta Elementary is 901st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).