Ericson Elementary vs Sierra Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 764 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ericson Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
722 students
Sierra Charter
Fresno · Charter other · Grades K–12
354 students
| Measure | Ericson Elementary Fresno, California | Sierra Charter Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #3674 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #40991 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 722 | 354 |
| Enrollment | 722 | 354 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.4% | 73.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.0 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 12% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ericson Elementary does better on math proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •Sierra Charter does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •Sierra Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.2% vs 95.4%).
- •Sierra Charter does better on students per teacher (14.2 vs 19.0).
- •Ericson Elementary is the larger school with 722 students compared with 354.
- •Ericson Elementary is a public school while Sierra Charter 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 Ericson Elementary better than Sierra Charter?
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 Ericson Elementary and Sierra Charter?
About 764 m in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ericson Elementary: 722. Sierra Charter: 354. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ericson Elementary and Sierra Charter rank in California?
Ericson Elementary is 3674th of 5,693 and Sierra Charter is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).