Edison (Thomas) Elementary vs Epic California Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edison (Thomas) Elementary
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
705 students
Epic California Academy
Anaheim · Charter other · Grades K–12
1,022 students
| Measure | Edison (Thomas) Elementary Anaheim, California | Epic California Academy Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #4288 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #44401 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 705 | 1,022 |
| Enrollment | 705 | 1,022 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 45.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 25.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 23% |
| city | Anaheim | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Epic California Academy does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Epic California Academy does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Epic California Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.4% vs 61.3%).
- •Edison (Thomas) Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 25.6).
- •Epic California Academy is the larger school with 1,022 students compared with 705.
- •Edison (Thomas) Elementary is a public school while Epic California Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 (Thomas) Elementary better than Epic California Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Edison (Thomas) Elementary and Epic California Academy?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Anaheim and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edison (Thomas) Elementary: 705. Epic California Academy: 1,022. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edison (Thomas) Elementary and Epic California Academy rank in California?
Edison (Thomas) Elementary is 4288th of 5,693 and Epic California Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).