Calwa Elementary vs Orange Center Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Calwa Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
568 students
Orange Center Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–8
261 students
| Measure | Calwa Elementary Fresno, California | Orange Center Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5034 of 5,693 | #5039 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47854 of 50,301 | #47879 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 568 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 98.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 21% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.5 vs 14.5).
- •Calwa Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 21%).
- •Orange Center Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 29%).
- •Calwa Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 98.9%).
- •Calwa Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.1).
- •Calwa Elementary is the larger school with 568 students compared with 261.
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 Calwa Elementary better than Orange Center 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 Calwa Elementary and Orange Center Elementary?
About 3.7 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calwa Elementary: 568. Orange Center Elementary: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calwa Elementary and Orange Center Elementary rank in California?
Calwa Elementary is 5034th of 5,693 and Orange Center Elementary is 5039th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).