Burbank Elementary vs James Marshall Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burbank Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
572 students
James Marshall Elementary
Modesto · Public elementary · Grades K–6
611 students
| Measure | Burbank Elementary Modesto, California | James Marshall Elementary Modesto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5623 of 5,693 | #5563 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49923 of 50,301 | #49750 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 572 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.1% | 91.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.0 | 22.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 12% |
| city | Modesto | Modesto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Marshall Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (8.8 vs 7.7).
- •Burbank Elementary does better on math proficiency (15% vs 12%).
- •James Marshall Elementary does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 20%).
- •Burbank Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.1% vs 91.7%).
- •James Marshall Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 26.0).
- •James Marshall Elementary is the larger school with 611 students compared with 572.
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 Burbank Elementary better than James Marshall Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Marshall Elementary ranks higher (8.8 vs 7.7 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 Burbank Elementary and James Marshall Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Modesto and Modesto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burbank Elementary: 572. James Marshall Elementary: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burbank Elementary and James Marshall Elementary rank in California?
Burbank Elementary is 5623rd of 5,693 and James Marshall Elementary is 5563rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).