Advanced Learning Academy vs Fairhaven Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Advanced Learning Academy
Santa Ana · Charter other · Grades K–12
363 students
Fairhaven Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–6
421 students
| Measure | Advanced Learning Academy Santa Ana, California | Fairhaven Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | – | #5104 of 5,693 |
| National rank | – | #48125 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Other | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 363 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 363 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 89.8% | 88.4% |
| Students per teacher | 11.7 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 22% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairhaven Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 21%).
- •Advanced Learning Academy does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 29%).
- •Fairhaven Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.4% vs 89.8%).
- •Advanced Learning Academy does better on students per teacher (11.7 vs 23.4).
- •Fairhaven Elementary is the larger school with 421 students compared with 363.
- •Advanced Learning Academy is a charter school while Fairhaven Elementary is a public 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 Advanced Learning Academy better than Fairhaven Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Advanced Learning Academy and Fairhaven Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Advanced Learning Academy: 363. Fairhaven Elementary: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Advanced Learning Academy and Fairhaven Elementary rank in California?
Advanced Learning Academy is unranked and Fairhaven Elementary is 5104th of 5,693 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).