Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary vs Ethel Kucera Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 761 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary
Rialto · Public elementary · Grades K–5
414 students
Ethel Kucera Middle
Rialto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
978 students
| Measure | Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary Rialto, California | Ethel Kucera Middle Rialto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4400 of 5,693 | #1058 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #44956 of 50,301 | #14286 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 414 | 978 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 978 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.8% | 75.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 17% |
| city | Rialto | Rialto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 16.9).
- •Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 34%).
- •Ethel Kucera Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.6% vs 77.8%).
- •Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.4 vs 25.1).
- •Ethel Kucera Middle is the larger school with 978 students compared with 414.
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 Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary better than Ethel Kucera Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary ranks higher (19.8 vs 16.9 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 Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary and Ethel Kucera Middle?
About 761 m in a straight line, between Rialto and Rialto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary: 414. Ethel Kucera Middle: 978. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary and Ethel Kucera Middle rank in California?
Dr. Edward Fitzgerald Elementary is 4400th of 5,693 and Ethel Kucera Middle is 1058th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).