Andrew Jackson Elementary vs James Garfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Andrew Jackson Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
640 students
James Garfield Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
229 students
| Measure | Andrew Jackson Elementary Selma, California | James Garfield Elementary Selma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4398 of 5,693 | #2277 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44945 of 50,301 | #29524 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 640 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 640 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Selma | Selma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Garfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 19.8).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 39%).
- •Andrew Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 94.8%).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.7).
- •Andrew Jackson Elementary is the larger school with 640 students compared with 229.
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 Andrew Jackson Elementary better than James Garfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Garfield Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 19.8 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 Andrew Jackson Elementary and James Garfield Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Selma and Selma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Andrew Jackson Elementary: 640. James Garfield Elementary: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Andrew Jackson Elementary and James Garfield Elementary rank in California?
Andrew Jackson Elementary is 4398th of 5,693 and James Garfield Elementary is 2277th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).