Citrus Elementary vs Poplar Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Citrus Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–6
596 students
Poplar Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–6
450 students
| Measure | Citrus Elementary Fontana, California | Poplar Elementary Fontana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5102 of 5,693 | #4087 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48120 of 50,301 | #43296 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 596 | 450 |
| Enrollment | 596 | 450 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.4% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 27% |
| city | Fontana | Fontana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Poplar Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.5 vs 13.9).
- •Poplar Elementary does better on math proficiency (27% vs 21%).
- •Poplar Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 28%).
- •Citrus Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.4% vs 88.2%).
- •Poplar Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 22.9).
- •Citrus Elementary is the larger school with 596 students compared with 450.
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 Citrus Elementary better than Poplar Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Poplar Elementary ranks higher (22.5 vs 13.9 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 Citrus Elementary and Poplar Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fontana and Fontana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Citrus Elementary: 596. Poplar Elementary: 450. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Citrus Elementary and Poplar Elementary rank in California?
Citrus Elementary is 5102nd of 5,693 and Poplar Elementary is 4087th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).