Central Elementary vs John Steinbeck Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.6 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
John Steinbeck Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
689 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Fresno, California | John Steinbeck Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 40 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2524 of 5,693 | #4421 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #31788 of 50,301 | #45036 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 762 | 689 |
| Enrollment | 762 | 689 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 85.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 29% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.2 vs 19.7).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 29%).
- •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 85.1%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.3 vs 27.6).
- •Central Elementary is the larger school with 762 students compared with 689.
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 John Steinbeck Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (40.2 vs 19.7 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 Central Elementary and John Steinbeck Elementary?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 762. John Steinbeck Elementary: 689. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and John Steinbeck Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 2524th of 5,693 and John Steinbeck Elementary is 4421st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).