Vista San Gabriel Elementary vs Wilsona Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Vista San Gabriel Elementary
Palmdale · Public elementary · Grades K–2
465 students
Wilsona Elementary
Lancaster · Public elementary · Grades 3–5
403 students
| Measure | Vista San Gabriel Elementary Palmdale, California | Wilsona Elementary Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5112 of 5,693 | #4957 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48157 of 50,301 | #47612 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–5 |
| Students | 465 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 465 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 87.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 23.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | – |
| Math proficiency | 21% | – |
| city | Palmdale | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilsona Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.1 vs 13.9).
- •Vista San Gabriel Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.9% vs 87.3%).
- •Vista San Gabriel Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 23.7).
- •Vista San Gabriel Elementary is the larger school with 465 students compared with 403.
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 Vista San Gabriel Elementary better than Wilsona Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wilsona Elementary ranks higher (15.1 vs 13.9 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 Vista San Gabriel Elementary and Wilsona Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Palmdale and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary: 465. Wilsona Elementary: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Vista San Gabriel Elementary and Wilsona Elementary rank in California?
Vista San Gabriel Elementary is 5112th of 5,693 and Wilsona Elementary is 4957th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).