Birney Elementary vs Wishon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Birney Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
731 students
Wishon Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
497 students
| Measure | Birney Elementary Fresno, California | Wishon Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4016 of 5,693 | #3426 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42917 of 50,301 | #39239 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 731 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 731 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.7% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 36% | 41% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wishon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 23.0).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 36%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 38%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.8% vs 94.7%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.5).
- •Birney Elementary is the larger school with 731 students compared with 497.
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 Birney Elementary better than Wishon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wishon Elementary ranks higher (29.0 vs 23.0 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 Birney Elementary and Wishon Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Birney Elementary: 731. Wishon Elementary: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Birney Elementary and Wishon Elementary rank in California?
Birney Elementary is 4016th of 5,693 and Wishon Elementary is 3426th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).