Edward M. Downer Elementary vs Ford Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 984 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward M. Downer Elementary
San Pablo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
388 students
Ford Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
371 students
| Measure | Edward M. Downer Elementary San Pablo, California | Ford Elementary Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 8 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5589 of 5,693 | #5272 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #49835 of 50,301 | #48723 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 388 | 371 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 371 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.1% | 85.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 12% |
| city | San Pablo | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ford Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.4 vs 8.3).
- •Edward M. Downer Elementary does better on math proficiency (16% vs 12%).
- •Ford Elementary does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •Ford Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.4% vs 96.1%).
- •Edward M. Downer Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.2).
- •Edward M. Downer Elementary is the larger school with 388 students compared with 371.
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 M. Downer Elementary better than Ford Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Ford Elementary ranks higher (12.4 vs 8.3 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 M. Downer Elementary and Ford Elementary?
About 984 m in a straight line, between San Pablo and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward M. Downer Elementary: 388. Ford Elementary: 371. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward M. Downer Elementary and Ford Elementary rank in California?
Edward M. Downer Elementary is 5589th of 5,693 and Ford Elementary is 5272nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).