Academy for Enriched Sciences vs Magnolia Science Academy 2
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy for Enriched Sciences
Encino · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
Magnolia Science Academy 2
Van Nuys · Charter high · Grades 6–12
514 students
| Measure | Academy for Enriched Sciences Encino, California | Magnolia Science Academy 2 Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #491 of 5,693 | #1051 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7303 of 50,301 | #14856 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 291 | 514 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 514 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.9% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 28% |
| city | Encino | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.0 vs 22.5).
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences does better on math proficiency (72% vs 28%).
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 42%).
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.9% vs 92.6%).
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.5).
- •Magnolia Science Academy 2 is the larger school with 514 students compared with 291.
- •Academy for Enriched Sciences is a public school while Magnolia Science Academy 2 is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Academy for Enriched Sciences better than Magnolia Science Academy 2?
On the Success Index (US), Academy for Enriched Sciences ranks higher (76.0 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 Academy for Enriched Sciences and Magnolia Science Academy 2?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Encino and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy for Enriched Sciences: 291. Magnolia Science Academy 2: 514. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy for Enriched Sciences and Magnolia Science Academy 2 rank in California?
Academy for Enriched Sciences is 491st of 5,693 and Magnolia Science Academy 2 is 1051st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).