Palo Verde Elementary vs Tipton Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palo Verde Elementary
Tulare · Public elementary · Grades K–8
511 students
Tipton Elementary
Tipton · Public elementary · Grades K–8
485 students
| Measure | Palo Verde Elementary Tulare, California | Tipton Elementary Tipton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3731 of 5,693 | #3814 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41287 of 50,301 | #41800 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 511 | 485 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 485 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.7% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | Tulare | Tipton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.7 vs 24.9).
- •Palo Verde Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Tipton Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Palo Verde Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.7% vs 94.6%).
- •Tipton Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 22.2).
- •Palo Verde Elementary is the larger school with 511 students compared with 485.
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 Palo Verde Elementary better than Tipton 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 Palo Verde Elementary and Tipton Elementary?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Tulare and Tipton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palo Verde Elementary: 511. Tipton Elementary: 485. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palo Verde Elementary and Tipton Elementary rank in California?
Palo Verde Elementary is 3731st of 5,693 and Tipton Elementary is 3814th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).