Central Elementary vs Stratford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 6.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Lemoore · Public elementary · Grades K–8
212 students
Stratford Elementary
Stratford · Public elementary · Grades K–8
294 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Lemoore, California | Stratford Elementary Stratford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3870 of 5,693 | #3171 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42161 of 50,301 | #37381 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 212 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 212 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 58% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 42% |
| city | Lemoore | Stratford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stratford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 24.2).
- •Stratford Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Stratford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58% vs 76.9%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 24.5).
- •Stratford Elementary is the larger school with 294 students compared with 212.
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 Stratford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Stratford Elementary ranks higher (31.8 vs 24.2 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 Stratford Elementary?
About 6.8 km in a straight line, between Lemoore and Stratford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 212. Stratford Elementary: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Stratford Elementary rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3870th of 5,693 and Stratford Elementary is 3171st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).