Centennial Elementary vs Monarch River Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 669 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Centennial Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
741 students
Monarch River Academy
Porterville · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,338 students
| Measure | Centennial Elementary Fresno, California | Monarch River Academy Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4365 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #44770 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 741 | 1,338 |
| Enrollment | 741 | 1,338 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90% | 49.3% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 33.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | – |
| Math proficiency | 30% | – |
| city | Fresno | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monarch River Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.3% vs 90%).
- •Centennial Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 33.5).
- •Monarch River Academy is the larger school with 1,338 students compared with 741.
- •Centennial Elementary is a public school while Monarch River Academy is a charter 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 Centennial Elementary better than Monarch River Academy?
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 Centennial Elementary and Monarch River Academy?
About 669 m in a straight line, between Fresno and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Centennial Elementary: 741. Monarch River Academy: 1,338. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Centennial Elementary and Monarch River Academy rank in California?
Centennial Elementary is 4365th of 5,693 and Monarch River Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).