Alameda Elementary vs Fairmont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 343 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alameda Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
744 students
Fairmont Elementary
Sanger · Public elementary · Grades K–8
744 students
| Measure | Alameda Elementary Downey, California | Fairmont Elementary Sanger, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2476 of 5,693 | #1475 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31429 of 50,301 | #19512 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 744 | 744 |
| Enrollment | 744 | 744 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.5% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 64% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 53% |
| city | Downey | Sanger |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairmont Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.1 vs 40.7).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 52%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on reading proficiency (64% vs 52%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.8% vs 84.5%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 24.0).
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 Alameda Elementary better than Fairmont Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fairmont Elementary ranks higher (58.1 vs 40.7 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 Alameda Elementary and Fairmont Elementary?
About 343 km in a straight line, between Downey and Sanger in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alameda Elementary: 744. Fairmont Elementary: 744. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alameda Elementary and Fairmont Elementary rank in California?
Alameda Elementary is 2476th of 5,693 and Fairmont Elementary is 1475th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).