Anza Elementary vs Fuerte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anza Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–6
687 students
Fuerte Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
686 students
| Measure | Anza Elementary El Cajon, California | Fuerte Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4513 of 5,693 | #1063 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45572 of 50,301 | #14170 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 687 | 686 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 686 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 74% |
| city | El Cajon | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fuerte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.9 vs 18.8).
- •Fuerte Elementary does better on math proficiency (74% vs 32%).
- •Fuerte Elementary does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 34%).
- •Fuerte Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 91.1%).
- •Anza Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.4 vs 26.4).
- •Anza Elementary is the larger school with 687 students compared with 686.
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 Anza Elementary better than Fuerte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fuerte Elementary ranks higher (65.9 vs 18.8 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 Anza Elementary and Fuerte Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anza Elementary: 687. Fuerte Elementary: 686. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anza Elementary and Fuerte Elementary rank in California?
Anza Elementary is 4513th of 5,693 and Fuerte Elementary is 1063rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).