Fair Oaks Elementary vs Ponderosa Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 516 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
Ponderosa Elementary
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
785 students
| Measure | Fair Oaks Elementary Oakdale, California | Ponderosa Elementary Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1559 of 5,693 | #5132 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20583 of 50,301 | #48225 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 785 | 785 |
| Enrollment | 785 | 785 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.9% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 19% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 13% |
| city | Oakdale | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fair Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.5 vs 13.7).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 13%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 19%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.9% vs 67.4%).
- •Fair Oaks Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 25.3).
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Fair Oaks Elementary better than Ponderosa Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fair Oaks Elementary ranks higher (56.5 vs 13.7 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 Fair Oaks Elementary and Ponderosa Elementary?
About 516 km in a straight line, between Oakdale and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fair Oaks Elementary: 785. Ponderosa Elementary: 785. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fair Oaks Elementary and Ponderosa Elementary rank in California?
Fair Oaks Elementary is 1559th of 5,693 and Ponderosa Elementary is 5132nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).