Charles Wright Elementary vs John Muir Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Wright Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
527 students
John Muir Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
613 students
| Measure | Charles Wright Elementary Merced, California | John Muir Elementary Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4503 of 5,693 | #4509 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45504 of 50,301 | #45528 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 527 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.3% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 23% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (18.9 vs 18.9).
- •John Muir Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 34%).
- •Charles Wright Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.3% vs 88.6%).
- •Charles Wright Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 26.7).
- •John Muir Elementary is the larger school with 613 students compared with 527.
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 Charles Wright Elementary better than John Muir Elementary?
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 Charles Wright Elementary and John Muir Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles Wright Elementary: 527. John Muir Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles Wright Elementary and John Muir Elementary rank in California?
Charles Wright Elementary is 4503rd of 5,693 and John Muir Elementary is 4509th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).