Brainard Elementary vs Fenton Primary Center
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brainard Elementary
Lake View Terrace · Public elementary · Grades K–5
160 students
Fenton Primary Center
Pacoima · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
489 students
| Measure | Brainard Elementary Lake View Terrace, California | Fenton Primary Center Pacoima, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3119 of 5,693 | #4221 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #37021 of 50,301 | #44084 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 160 | 489 |
| Enrollment | 160 | 489 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.4% | 79.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 32% | – |
| city | Lake View Terrace | Pacoima |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brainard Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.3 vs 21.2).
- •Brainard Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.4% vs 79.6%).
- •Brainard Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 22.2).
- •Fenton Primary Center is the larger school with 489 students compared with 160.
- •Brainard Elementary is a public school while Fenton Primary Center is a charter 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 Brainard Elementary better than Fenton Primary Center?
On the Success Index (US), Brainard Elementary ranks higher (32.3 vs 21.2 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 Brainard Elementary and Fenton Primary Center?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Lake View Terrace and Pacoima in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brainard Elementary: 160. Fenton Primary Center: 489. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brainard Elementary and Fenton Primary Center rank in California?
Brainard Elementary is 3119th of 5,693 and Fenton Primary Center is 4221st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).