Edward B. Cole Academy vs Garfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 653 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward B. Cole Academy
Santa Ana · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
431 students
Garfield Elementary
Santa Ana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
428 students
| Measure | Edward B. Cole Academy Santa Ana, California | Garfield Elementary Santa Ana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3280 of 5,693 | #4544 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38196 of 50,301 | #45720 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 431 | 428 |
| Enrollment | 431 | 428 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.4% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 30% |
| city | Santa Ana | Santa Ana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edward B. Cole Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.5 vs 18.6).
- •Edward B. Cole Academy does better on math proficiency (42% vs 30%).
- •Edward B. Cole Academy does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Edward B. Cole Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.4% vs 92.8%).
- •Garfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 23.9).
- •Edward B. Cole Academy is the larger school with 431 students compared with 428.
- •Edward B. Cole Academy is a charter school while Garfield Elementary is a public 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 Edward B. Cole Academy better than Garfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Edward B. Cole Academy ranks higher (30.5 vs 18.6 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 Edward B. Cole Academy and Garfield Elementary?
About 653 m in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Santa Ana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward B. Cole Academy: 431. Garfield Elementary: 428. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward B. Cole Academy and Garfield Elementary rank in California?
Edward B. Cole Academy is 3280th of 5,693 and Garfield Elementary is 4544th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).