Copper Hills Elementary vs James S. Fugman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Copper Hills Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
601 students
James S. Fugman Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
893 students
| Measure | Copper Hills Elementary Fresno, California | James S. Fugman Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #732 of 5,693 | #223 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10241 of 50,301 | #4418 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 601 | 893 |
| Enrollment | 601 | 893 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.9% | 19.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 68% | 84% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James S. Fugman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 71.5).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 68%).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 74%).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 32.9%).
- •Copper Hills Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.0 vs 25.5).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary is the larger school with 893 students compared with 601.
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 Copper Hills Elementary better than James S. Fugman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James S. Fugman Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 71.5 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 Copper Hills Elementary and James S. Fugman Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Copper Hills Elementary: 601. James S. Fugman Elementary: 893. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Copper Hills Elementary and James S. Fugman Elementary rank in California?
Copper Hills Elementary is 732nd of 5,693 and James S. Fugman Elementary is 223rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).