Adams Elementary vs Fairbanks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 633 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Adams Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
320 students
Fairbanks Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
320 students
| Measure | Adams Elementary Santa Ana, California | Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4141 of 5,693 | #5568 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43622 of 50,301 | #49769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 320 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.3% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 16% |
| city | Santa Ana | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Adams Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.9 vs 8.7).
- •Adams Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 16%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 20%).
- •Fairbanks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.8% vs 96.3%).
- •Adams Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.3).
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 Adams Elementary better than Fairbanks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Adams Elementary ranks higher (21.9 vs 8.7 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 Adams Elementary and Fairbanks Elementary?
About 633 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Adams Elementary: 320. Fairbanks Elementary: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Adams Elementary and Fairbanks Elementary rank in California?
Adams Elementary is 4141st of 5,693 and Fairbanks Elementary is 5568th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).