Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center vs Fuerte Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 200 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center
Victorville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
686 students
Fuerte Elementary
El Cajon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
686 students
| Measure | Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center Victorville, California | Fuerte Elementary El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4838 of 5,693 | #1063 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47055 of 50,301 | #14170 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 686 | 686 |
| Enrollment | 686 | 686 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.7% | 58.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.7 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 74% |
| Math proficiency | – | 74% |
| city | Victorville | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fuerte Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.9 vs 16.1).
- •Fuerte Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (58.6% vs 85.7%).
- •Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center does better on students per teacher (23.7 vs 26.4).
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. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center better than Fuerte Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fuerte Elementary ranks higher (65.9 vs 16.1 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. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center and Fuerte Elementary?
About 200 km in a straight line, between Victorville and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center: 686. Fuerte Elementary: 686. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center and Fuerte Elementary rank in California?
Dr. Ralph H. Baker 21st Century Learning Center is 4838th of 5,693 and Fuerte Elementary is 1063rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).