California iInspire Academy vs Taft Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California iInspire Academy
Orange · Public elementary · Grades K–6
699 students
Taft Elementary
Orange · Public elementary · Grades K–6
387 students
| Measure | California iInspire Academy Orange, California | Taft Elementary Orange, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4065 of 5,693 | #4396 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43204 of 50,301 | #44935 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 699 | 387 |
| Enrollment | 699 | 387 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 88.9% |
| Students per teacher | 28.0 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 26% |
| city | Orange | Orange |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California iInspire Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 19.9).
- •Taft Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •California iInspire Academy does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 41%).
- •California iInspire Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 88.9%).
- •Taft Elementary does better on students per teacher (27.6 vs 28.0).
- •California iInspire Academy is the larger school with 699 students compared with 387.
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 California iInspire Academy better than Taft Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), California iInspire Academy ranks higher (22.6 vs 19.9 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 California iInspire Academy and Taft Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Orange and Orange in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California iInspire Academy: 699. Taft Elementary: 387. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California iInspire Academy and Taft Elementary rank in California?
California iInspire Academy is 4065th of 5,693 and Taft Elementary is 4396th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).