Ayer Elementary vs Kings Canyon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ayer Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
590 students
Kings Canyon Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
862 students
| Measure | Ayer Elementary Fresno, California | Kings Canyon Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4693 of 5,693 | #1116 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #46460 of 50,301 | #14527 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 590 | 862 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 862 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 20% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ayer Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.2 vs 15.3).
- •Ayer Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 20%).
- •Kings Canyon Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 29%).
- •Ayer Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.3% vs 92.9%).
- •Kings Canyon Middle does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 19.7).
- •Kings Canyon Middle is the larger school with 862 students compared with 590.
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 Ayer Elementary better than Kings Canyon Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ayer Elementary ranks higher (17.2 vs 15.3 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 Ayer Elementary and Kings Canyon Middle?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ayer Elementary: 590. Kings Canyon Middle: 862. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ayer Elementary and Kings Canyon Middle rank in California?
Ayer Elementary is 4693rd of 5,693 and Kings Canyon Middle is 1116th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).