Fenton Primary Center vs Sara Coughlin Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 685 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fenton Primary Center
Pacoima · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
489 students
Sara Coughlin Elementary
Pacoima · Public elementary · Grades K–5
409 students
| Measure | Fenton Primary Center Pacoima, California | Sara Coughlin Elementary Pacoima, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4221 of 5,693 | #5110 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44084 of 50,301 | #48149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 489 | 409 |
| Enrollment | 489 | 409 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.6% | 95.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 21.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 33% |
| Math proficiency | – | 20% |
| city | Pacoima | Pacoima |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fenton Primary Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 13.9).
- •Fenton Primary Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.6% vs 95.4%).
- •Sara Coughlin Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 22.2).
- •Fenton Primary Center is the larger school with 489 students compared with 409.
- •Fenton Primary Center is a charter school while Sara Coughlin Elementary is a public 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 Fenton Primary Center better than Sara Coughlin Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fenton Primary Center ranks higher (21.2 vs 13.9 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 Fenton Primary Center and Sara Coughlin Elementary?
About 685 m in a straight line, between Pacoima and Pacoima in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fenton Primary Center: 489. Sara Coughlin Elementary: 409. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fenton Primary Center and Sara Coughlin Elementary rank in California?
Fenton Primary Center is 4221st of 5,693 and Sara Coughlin Elementary is 5110th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).