High Plains School vs Sandburg Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 92 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
High Plains School
Loveland · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
495 students
Sandburg Elementary School
Centennial · Public elementary · Grades K–5
495 students
| Measure | High Plains School Loveland, Colorado | Sandburg Elementary School Centennial, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #498 of 993 | #146 of 993 |
| National rank | #29261 of 50,301 | #12303 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 495 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.1% | 14.1% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 57% |
| city | Loveland | Centennial |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sandburg Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 44.0).
- •Sandburg Elementary School does better on math proficiency (57% vs 35%).
- •Sandburg Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (66% vs 45%).
- •Sandburg Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.1% vs 34.1%).
- •High Plains School does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 20.6).
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 High Plains School better than Sandburg Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sandburg Elementary School ranks higher (68.6 vs 44.0 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 High Plains School and Sandburg Elementary School?
About 92 km in a straight line, between Loveland and Centennial in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
High Plains School: 495. Sandburg Elementary School: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do High Plains School and Sandburg Elementary School rank in Colorado?
High Plains School is 498th of 993 and Sandburg Elementary School is 146th of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).