Highland Elementary School vs Sierra Vista Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Colorado, United States, 258 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary School
Pierce · Public elementary · Grades K–5
443 students
Sierra Vista Elementary School
Pueblo West · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
443 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary School Pierce, Colorado | Sierra Vista Elementary School Pueblo West, Colorado |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #698 of 993 | #582 of 993 |
| National rank | #37876 of 50,301 | #32916 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 443 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 443 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.6% | 48.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 17.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| city | Pierce | Pueblo West |
| state | Colorado | Colorado |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.6 vs 31.0).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary School does better on math proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.6% vs 48.3%).
- •Highland Elementary School does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 17.7).
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 Highland Elementary School better than Sierra Vista Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Elementary School ranks higher (38.6 vs 31.0 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 Highland Elementary School and Sierra Vista Elementary School?
About 258 km in a straight line, between Pierce and Pueblo West in Colorado.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary School: 443. Sierra Vista Elementary School: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary School and Sierra Vista Elementary School rank in Colorado?
Highland Elementary School is 698th of 993 and Sierra Vista Elementary School is 582nd of 993 among elementary schools in Colorado on the 2025 Success Index (US).