Emerson Elementary vs REACH Leadership STEAM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
669 students
REACH Leadership STEAM Academy
Riverside · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
645 students
| Measure | Emerson Elementary Riverside, California | REACH Leadership STEAM Academy Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3947 of 5,693 | #2518 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42561 of 50,301 | #31756 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 669 | 645 |
| Enrollment | 669 | 645 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.3% | 57.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 28.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 40% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •REACH Leadership STEAM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (40.3 vs 23.6).
- •REACH Leadership STEAM Academy does better on math proficiency (40% vs 31%).
- •REACH Leadership STEAM Academy does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 40%).
- •REACH Leadership STEAM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.1% vs 84.3%).
- •Emerson Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 28.0).
- •Emerson Elementary is the larger school with 669 students compared with 645.
- •Emerson Elementary is a public school while REACH Leadership STEAM 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 Emerson Elementary better than REACH Leadership STEAM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), REACH Leadership STEAM Academy ranks higher (40.3 vs 23.6 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 Emerson Elementary and REACH Leadership STEAM Academy?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Elementary: 669. REACH Leadership STEAM Academy: 645. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Elementary and REACH Leadership STEAM Academy rank in California?
Emerson Elementary is 3947th of 5,693 and REACH Leadership STEAM Academy is 2518th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).