Figarden Elementary vs Rio Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Figarden Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
608 students
Rio Vista Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
851 students
| Measure | Figarden Elementary Fresno, California | Rio Vista Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2932 of 5,693 | #495 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #35572 of 50,301 | #8860 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 608 | 851 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 851 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 68.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 45% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rio Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 34.5).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 43%).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 43%).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 78.8%).
- •Figarden Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 23.0).
- •Rio Vista Middle is the larger school with 851 students compared with 608.
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 Figarden Elementary better than Rio Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rio Vista Middle ranks higher (44.4 vs 34.5 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 Figarden Elementary and Rio Vista Middle?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Figarden Elementary: 608. Rio Vista Middle: 851. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Figarden Elementary and Rio Vista Middle rank in California?
Figarden Elementary is 2932nd of 5,693 and Rio Vista Middle is 495th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).