Berenda Elementary vs John J. Pershing Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berenda Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
709 students
John J. Pershing Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
788 students
| Measure | Berenda Elementary Madera, California | John J. Pershing Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3914 of 5,693 | #4004 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42409 of 50,301 | #42833 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 709 | 788 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 788 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85% | 93.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 31% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (23.8 vs 23.2).
- •John J. Pershing Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 39%).
- •Berenda Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85% vs 93.1%).
- •John J. Pershing Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 20.9).
- •John J. Pershing Elementary is the larger school with 788 students compared with 709.
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 Berenda Elementary better than John J. Pershing Elementary?
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 Berenda Elementary and John J. Pershing Elementary?
About 4.2 km in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berenda Elementary: 709. John J. Pershing Elementary: 788. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berenda Elementary and John J. Pershing Elementary rank in California?
Berenda Elementary is 3914th of 5,693 and John J. Pershing Elementary is 4004th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).