American Elementary vs Viking Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 168 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
Viking Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
| Measure | American Elementary Bakersfield, California | Viking Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #879 of 5,693 | #4090 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #12044 of 50,301 | #43308 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 701 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 701 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.2% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 33% |
| city | Bakersfield | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.9 vs 22.5).
- •American Elementary does better on math proficiency (66% vs 33%).
- •American Elementary does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 39%).
- •American Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (37.2% vs 91.7%).
- •American Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.4).
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 American Elementary better than Viking Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), American Elementary ranks higher (68.9 vs 22.5 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 American Elementary and Viking Elementary?
About 168 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Elementary: 701. Viking Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Elementary and Viking Elementary rank in California?
American Elementary is 879th of 5,693 and Viking Elementary is 4090th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).