Fairmont Elementary vs Invictus Academy of Richmond
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 832 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairmont Elementary
El Cerrito · Public elementary · Grades K–6
537 students
Invictus Academy of Richmond
El Cerrito · Charter high · Grades 7–12
403 students
| Measure | Fairmont Elementary El Cerrito, California | Invictus Academy of Richmond El Cerrito, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2433 of 5,693 | #948 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #30991 of 50,301 | #14167 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 537 | 403 |
| Enrollment | 537 | 403 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.1% | 78.9% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 22% |
| city | El Cerrito | El Cerrito |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairmont Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 26.1).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 22%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 42%).
- •Fairmont Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.1% vs 78.9%).
- •Invictus Academy of Richmond does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 23.3).
- •Fairmont Elementary is the larger school with 537 students compared with 403.
- •Fairmont Elementary is a public school while Invictus Academy of Richmond 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.
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 Fairmont Elementary better than Invictus Academy of Richmond?
On the Success Index (US), Fairmont Elementary ranks higher (41.4 vs 26.1 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 Fairmont Elementary and Invictus Academy of Richmond?
About 832 m in a straight line, between El Cerrito and El Cerrito in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairmont Elementary: 537. Invictus Academy of Richmond: 403. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairmont Elementary and Invictus Academy of Richmond rank in California?
Fairmont Elementary is 2433rd of 5,693 and Invictus Academy of Richmond is 948th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).