Albert Schweitzer Elementary vs Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 973 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Albert Schweitzer Elementary
Carmichael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
331 students
Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary
Fair Oaks · Public elementary · Grades K–6
408 students
| Measure | Albert Schweitzer Elementary Carmichael, California | Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary Fair Oaks, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2919 of 5,693 | #1388 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35424 of 50,301 | #18578 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 331 | 408 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 408 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 44.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 57% |
| city | Carmichael | Fair Oaks |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.4 vs 34.7).
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (44.9% vs 58%).
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.6).
- •Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary is the larger school with 408 students compared with 331.
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 Albert Schweitzer Elementary better than Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary ranks higher (59.4 vs 34.7 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 Albert Schweitzer Elementary and Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary?
About 973 m in a straight line, between Carmichael and Fair Oaks in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Albert Schweitzer Elementary: 331. Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary: 408. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Albert Schweitzer Elementary and Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary rank in California?
Albert Schweitzer Elementary is 2919th of 5,693 and Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary is 1388th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).