Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 567 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC
San Francisco · Public elementary · Grades K–8
555 students
Jefferson Elementary
Redondo Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
555 students
| Measure | Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC San Francisco, California | Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #4570 of 5,693 | #224 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45836 of 50,301 | #4419 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 555 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 555 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.6% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 80% |
| city | San Francisco | Redondo Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 18.4).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 22%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 33%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 76.6%).
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 Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 18.4 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 Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC and Jefferson Elementary?
About 567 km in a straight line, between San Francisco and Redondo Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC: 555. Jefferson Elementary: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
Carmichael (Bessie)/FEC is 4570th of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 224th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).