Aspen Valley Prep Academy vs Golden Charter Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 km 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
Golden Charter Academy
Fresno · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
405 students
| Measure | Aspen Valley Prep Academy Fresno, California | Golden Charter Academy Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3375 of 5,693 | #4774 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38847 of 50,301 | #46813 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 320 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 82.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 27.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 16.6).
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.6% vs 82.5%).
- •Aspen Valley Prep Academy does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 27.0).
- •Golden Charter Academy is the larger school with 405 students compared with 320.
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 Golden Charter Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Aspen Valley Prep Academy ranks higher (29.5 vs 16.6 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 Aspen Valley Prep Academy and Golden Charter Academy?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspen Valley Prep Academy: 320. Golden Charter Academy: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspen Valley Prep Academy and Golden Charter Academy rank in California?
Aspen Valley Prep Academy is 3375th of 5,693 and Golden Charter Academy is 4774th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).