Addams Elementary vs Golden Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Addams Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
748 students
Golden Charter Academy
Fresno · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
405 students
| Measure | Addams Elementary Fresno, California | Golden Charter Academy Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5505 of 5,693 | #4774 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49567 of 50,301 | #46813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 748 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 748 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | – |
| Math proficiency | 20% | – |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Golden Charter Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.6 vs 9.5).
- •Golden Charter Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.5% vs 96%).
- •Addams Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 27.0).
- •Addams Elementary is the larger school with 748 students compared with 405.
- •Addams Elementary is a public school while Golden Charter Academy 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 Addams Elementary better than Golden Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Golden Charter Academy ranks higher (16.6 vs 9.5 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 Addams Elementary and Golden Charter Academy?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Addams Elementary: 748. Golden Charter Academy: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Addams Elementary and Golden Charter Academy rank in California?
Addams Elementary is 5505th of 5,693 and Golden Charter Academy is 4774th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).