Eastin Arcola Elementary vs Parkwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Eastin Arcola Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–8
225 students
Parkwood Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
635 students
| Measure | Eastin Arcola Elementary Madera, California | Parkwood Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3673 of 5,693 | #5131 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #40990 of 50,301 | #48224 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 225 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 225 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.6% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.3 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 23% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Eastin Arcola Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.1 vs 13.7).
- •Eastin Arcola Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 23%).
- •Eastin Arcola Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Eastin Arcola Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.6% vs 96.5%).
- •Eastin Arcola Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 20.5).
- •Parkwood Elementary is the larger school with 635 students compared with 225.
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 Eastin Arcola Elementary better than Parkwood Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Eastin Arcola Elementary ranks higher (26.1 vs 13.7 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 Eastin Arcola Elementary and Parkwood Elementary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Eastin Arcola Elementary: 225. Parkwood Elementary: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Eastin Arcola Elementary and Parkwood Elementary rank in California?
Eastin Arcola Elementary is 3673rd of 5,693 and Parkwood Elementary is 5131st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).