Ayer Elementary vs Sunnyside High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 317 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ayer Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
590 students
Sunnyside High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,858 students
| Measure | Ayer Elementary Fresno, California | Sunnyside High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4693 of 5,693 | #996 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #46460 of 50,301 | #14452 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 590 | 2,858 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 2,858 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.3% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.7 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 16% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sunnyside High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 17.2).
- •Ayer Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 16%).
- •Sunnyside High does better on reading proficiency (53% vs 29%).
- •Sunnyside High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 90.3%).
- •Ayer Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.7 vs 21.3).
- •Sunnyside High is the larger school with 2,858 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 Sunnyside High?
On the Success Index (US), Sunnyside High ranks higher (24.7 vs 17.2 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 Sunnyside High?
About 317 m in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ayer Elementary: 590. Sunnyside High: 2,858. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ayer Elementary and Sunnyside High rank in California?
Ayer Elementary is 4693rd of 5,693 and Sunnyside High is 996th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).