Capital College & Career Academy vs Fairbanks Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Capital College & Career Academy
Sacramento · Charter high · Grades 9–12
115 students
Fairbanks Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
320 students
| Measure | Capital College & Career Academy Sacramento, California | Fairbanks Elementary Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #644 of 1,343 | #5568 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11661 of 16,910 | #49769 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 115 | 320 |
| Enrollment | 115 | 320 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 71.3% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 20% |
| Math proficiency | – | 16% |
| city | Sacramento | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Capital College & Career Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 8.7).
- •Capital College & Career Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (71.3% vs 92.8%).
- •Capital College & Career Academy does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 21.3).
- •Fairbanks Elementary is the larger school with 320 students compared with 115.
- •Capital College & Career Academy is a charter school while Fairbanks Elementary is a public 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 Capital College & Career Academy better than Fairbanks Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Capital College & Career Academy ranks higher (37.2 vs 8.7 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 Capital College & Career Academy and Fairbanks Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Capital College & Career Academy: 115. Fairbanks Elementary: 320. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Capital College & Career Academy and Fairbanks Elementary rank in California?
Capital College & Career Academy is 644th of 1,343 and Fairbanks Elementary is 5568th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).