Emma Wilson Elementary vs Inspire School of Arts and Sciences
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emma Wilson Elementary
Chico · Public elementary · Grades K–5
597 students
Inspire School of Arts and Sciences
Chico · Charter high · Grades 9–12
332 students
| Measure | Emma Wilson Elementary Chico, California | Inspire School of Arts and Sciences Chico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 65 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2107 of 5,693 | #172 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #27600 of 50,301 | #4598 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 597 | 332 |
| Enrollment | 597 | 332 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.8% | 40.4% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| city | Chico | Chico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Inspire School of Arts and Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.7 vs 46.4).
- •Emma Wilson Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Inspire School of Arts and Sciences does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 53%).
- •Inspire School of Arts and Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.4% vs 60.8%).
- •Inspire School of Arts and Sciences does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 20.6).
- •Emma Wilson Elementary is the larger school with 597 students compared with 332.
- •Emma Wilson Elementary is a public school while Inspire School of Arts and Sciences 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 Emma Wilson Elementary better than Inspire School of Arts and Sciences?
On the Success Index (US), Inspire School of Arts and Sciences ranks higher (64.7 vs 46.4 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 Emma Wilson Elementary and Inspire School of Arts and Sciences?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Chico and Chico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emma Wilson Elementary: 597. Inspire School of Arts and Sciences: 332. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emma Wilson Elementary and Inspire School of Arts and Sciences rank in California?
Emma Wilson Elementary is 2107th of 5,693 and Inspire School of Arts and Sciences is 172nd of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).