Fairburn Avenue Elementary vs Jim Maples Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairburn Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
Jim Maples Academy
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
| Measure | Fairburn Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, California | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #217 of 5,693 | #4477 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4357 of 50,301 | #45351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.7% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 92% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 27% |
| city | Los Angeles | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairburn Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.1 vs 19.2).
- •Fairburn Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 27%).
- •Fairburn Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (92% vs 37%).
- •Fairburn Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.7% vs 88.6%).
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 Fairburn Avenue Elementary better than Jim Maples Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fairburn Avenue Elementary ranks higher (81.1 vs 19.2 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 Fairburn Avenue Elementary and Jim Maples Academy?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary: 466. Jim Maples Academy: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairburn Avenue Elementary and Jim Maples Academy rank in California?
Fairburn Avenue Elementary is 217th of 5,693 and Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).