Central Elementary vs El Capitan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
762 students
El Capitan Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
738 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Fresno, California | El Capitan Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2524 of 5,693 | #973 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #31788 of 50,301 | #13791 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 762 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 87.4% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 19.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 24% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 19.9).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 24%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 36%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 87.4%).
- •El Capitan Middle does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 26.3).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 762 students compared with 738.
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 Central Elementary better than El Capitan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (40.2 vs 19.9 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 Central Elementary and El Capitan Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 762. El Capitan Middle: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and El Capitan Middle rank in California?
Central Elementary is 2524th of 5,693 and El Capitan Middle is 973rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).