Aspire University Charter vs Shackelford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Aspire University Charter
Modesto · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
423 students
Shackelford Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
| Measure | Aspire University Charter Modesto, California | Shackelford Elementary Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4064 of 5,693 | #5672 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43198 of 50,301 | #50144 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 423 | 495 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 495 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.6% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 7% |
| city | Modesto | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Aspire University Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 5.9).
- •Aspire University Charter does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7%).
- •Aspire University Charter does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 16%).
- •Aspire University Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.6% vs 94.9%).
- •Shackelford Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 23.5).
- •Shackelford Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 423.
- •Aspire University Charter is a charter school while Shackelford Elementary 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 Aspire University Charter better than Shackelford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Aspire University Charter ranks higher (22.6 vs 5.9 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 Aspire University Charter and Shackelford Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Modesto and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Aspire University Charter: 423. Shackelford Elementary: 495. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Aspire University Charter and Shackelford Elementary rank in California?
Aspire University Charter is 4064th of 5,693 and Shackelford Elementary is 5672nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).