Emerson Parkside Academy vs Tincher Preparatory
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Parkside Academy
Long Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
356 students
Tincher Preparatory
Long Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–8
837 students
| Measure | Emerson Parkside Academy Long Beach, California | Tincher Preparatory Long Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 73 Top 25% |
| State rank | #668 of 5,693 | #642 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9506 of 50,301 | #9211 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 356 | 837 |
| Enrollment | 356 | 837 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.3% | 33% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 63% | 73% |
| city | Long Beach | Long Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (72.6 vs 73.1).
- •Tincher Preparatory does better on math proficiency (73% vs 63%).
- •Emerson Parkside Academy does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 74%).
- •Emerson Parkside Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.3% vs 33%).
- •Emerson Parkside Academy does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 23.9).
- •Tincher Preparatory is the larger school with 837 students compared with 356.
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 Parkside Academy better than Tincher Preparatory?
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 Emerson Parkside Academy and Tincher Preparatory?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Long Beach and Long Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Parkside Academy: 356. Tincher Preparatory: 837. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Parkside Academy and Tincher Preparatory rank in California?
Emerson Parkside Academy is 668th of 5,693 and Tincher Preparatory is 642nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).