Aspen Valley Prep Academy vs Cooper Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 326 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspen Valley Prep Academy
Fresno · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
320 students
Cooper Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 6–8
538 students
| Measure | Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno, California | Cooper Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3375 of 5,693 | #722 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #38847 of 50,301 | #11915 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 320 | 538 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 538 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 86.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 18.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (29.5 vs 30.0).
- •Cooper Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 86.1%).
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.6).
- •Cooper Middle is the larger school with 538 students compared with 320.
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy is a charter school while Cooper Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Aspen Valley Prep Academy better than Cooper Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Aspen Valley Prep Academy and Cooper Middle?
About 326 m in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspen Valley Prep Academy: 320. Cooper Middle: 538. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspen Valley Prep Academy and Cooper Middle rank in California?
Aspen Valley Prep Academy is 3375th of 5,693 and Cooper Middle is 722nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).