Figarden Elementary vs River Bluff Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.6 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
River Bluff Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
694 students
| Measure | Figarden Elementary Fresno, California | River Bluff Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2932 of 5,693 | #1967 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #35572 of 50,301 | #25913 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 608 | 694 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 694 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 68.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 26.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 53% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •River Bluff Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.9 vs 34.5).
- •River Bluff Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 43%).
- •River Bluff Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 43%).
- •River Bluff Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.2% vs 78.8%).
- •Figarden Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 26.7).
- •River Bluff Elementary is the larger school with 694 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 River Bluff Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), River Bluff Elementary ranks higher (48.9 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 River Bluff Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Figarden Elementary: 608. River Bluff Elementary: 694. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Figarden Elementary and River Bluff Elementary rank in California?
Figarden Elementary is 2932nd of 5,693 and River Bluff Elementary is 1967th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).