Nelson Elementary vs Sierra Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Elementary
La Puente · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
Sierra Vista Middle
La Puente · Public middle · Grades 6–8
270 students
| Measure | Nelson Elementary La Puente, California | Sierra Vista Middle La Puente, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4083 of 5,693 | #850 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #43290 of 50,301 | #12953 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 291 | 270 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 270 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.3% | 80% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 20.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| city | La Puente | La Puente |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.5 vs 22.5).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 32%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.3% vs 80%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 20.8).
- •Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 291 students compared with 270.
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 Nelson Elementary better than Sierra Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Middle ranks higher (24.5 vs 22.5 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 Nelson Elementary and Sierra Vista Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between La Puente and La Puente in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elementary: 291. Sierra Vista Middle: 270. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elementary and Sierra Vista Middle rank in California?
Nelson Elementary is 4083rd of 5,693 and Sierra Vista Middle is 850th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).