Fern Elementary vs Rivera Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 27 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fern Elementary
Torrance · Public elementary · Grades K–5
473 students
Rivera Elementary
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
473 students
| Measure | Fern Elementary Torrance, California | Rivera Elementary Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 62 Top 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1283 of 5,693 | #3867 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #17057 of 50,301 | #42143 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 473 | 473 |
| Enrollment | 473 | 473 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 34.7% | 85% |
| Students per teacher | 27.8 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 61% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 33% |
| city | Torrance | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fern Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.6 vs 24.3).
- •Fern Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 33%).
- •Fern Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 41%).
- •Fern Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.7% vs 85%).
- •Rivera Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.3 vs 27.8).
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 Fern Elementary better than Rivera Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Fern Elementary ranks higher (61.6 vs 24.3 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 Fern Elementary and Rivera Elementary?
About 27 km in a straight line, between Torrance and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fern Elementary: 473. Rivera Elementary: 473. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fern Elementary and Rivera Elementary rank in California?
Fern Elementary is 1283rd of 5,693 and Rivera Elementary is 3867th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).