Calwa Elementary vs Vang Pao Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 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
Vang Pao Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
802 students
| Measure | Calwa Elementary Fresno, California | Vang Pao Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5034 of 5,693 | #3382 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47854 of 50,301 | #38904 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 568 | 802 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 802 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.8% | 90.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 43% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vang Pao Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.5 vs 14.5).
- •Vang Pao Elementary does better on math proficiency (43% vs 26%).
- •Vang Pao Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 29%).
- •Vang Pao Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.8% vs 95.8%).
- •Calwa Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 22.3).
- •Vang Pao Elementary is the larger school with 802 students compared with 568.
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 Vang Pao Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Vang Pao Elementary ranks higher (29.5 vs 14.5 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 Calwa Elementary and Vang Pao Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Calwa Elementary: 568. Vang Pao Elementary: 802. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Calwa Elementary and Vang Pao Elementary rank in California?
Calwa Elementary is 5034th of 5,693 and Vang Pao Elementary is 3382nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).