Edison Elementary vs Jim Maples Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 254 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison Elementary
Torrance · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
Jim Maples Academy
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
| Measure | Edison Elementary Torrance, California | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1300 of 5,693 | #4477 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17346 of 50,301 | #45351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.3% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 27.4 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 59% | 27% |
| city | Torrance | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.2 vs 19.2).
- •Edison Elementary does better on math proficiency (59% vs 27%).
- •Edison Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 37%).
- •Edison Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.3% vs 88.6%).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 27.4).
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 Edison Elementary better than Jim Maples Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Edison Elementary ranks higher (61.2 vs 19.2 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 Edison Elementary and Jim Maples Academy?
About 254 km in a straight line, between Torrance and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison Elementary: 466. Jim Maples Academy: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison Elementary and Jim Maples Academy rank in California?
Edison Elementary is 1300th of 5,693 and Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).