Fair Oaks Elementary vs Garin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 75 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fair Oaks Elementary
Oakdale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
785 students
Garin Elementary
Brentwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
785 students
| Measure | Fair Oaks Elementary Oakdale, California | Garin Elementary Brentwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1559 of 5,693 | #1582 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20583 of 50,301 | #20827 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 785 | 785 |
| Enrollment | 785 | 785 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.9% | 41.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 50% |
| city | Oakdale | Brentwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (56.5 vs 56.2).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 50%).
- •Garin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 41.5%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 24.5).
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 Fair Oaks Elementary better than Garin Elementary?
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 Fair Oaks Elementary and Garin Elementary?
About 75 km in a straight line, between Oakdale and Brentwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fair Oaks Elementary: 785. Garin Elementary: 785. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fair Oaks Elementary and Garin Elementary rank in California?
Fair Oaks Elementary is 1559th of 5,693 and Garin Elementary is 1582nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).