Nancy Cory Elementary vs West Wind Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nancy Cory Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
728 students
West Wind Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades K–5
757 students
| Measure | Nancy Cory Elementary Lancaster, California | West Wind Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4207 of 5,693 | #3797 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43982 of 50,301 | #41679 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 728 | 757 |
| Enrollment | 728 | 757 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.1% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 26.0 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 26% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Wind Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.1 vs 21.4).
- •Nancy Cory Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •West Wind Elementary does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •West Wind Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 79.1%).
- •Nancy Cory Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.0 vs 26.1).
- •West Wind Elementary is the larger school with 757 students compared with 728.
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 Nancy Cory Elementary better than West Wind Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), West Wind Elementary ranks higher (25.1 vs 21.4 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 Nancy Cory Elementary and West Wind Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nancy Cory Elementary: 728. West Wind Elementary: 757. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nancy Cory Elementary and West Wind Elementary rank in California?
Nancy Cory Elementary is 4207th of 5,693 and West Wind Elementary is 3797th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).