Foothill Elementary vs Jackson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–5
451 students
Jackson Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
657 students
| Measure | Foothill Elementary Riverside, California | Jackson Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4799 of 5,693 | #4482 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46910 of 50,301 | #45397 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 451 | 657 |
| Enrollment | 451 | 657 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 90% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jackson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.1 vs 16.4).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 34%).
- •Jackson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90% vs 93.3%).
- •Foothill Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 24.3).
- •Jackson Elementary is the larger school with 657 students compared with 451.
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 Foothill Elementary better than Jackson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jackson Elementary ranks higher (19.1 vs 16.4 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 Foothill Elementary and Jackson Elementary?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill Elementary: 451. Jackson Elementary: 657. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill Elementary and Jackson Elementary rank in California?
Foothill Elementary is 4799th of 5,693 and Jackson Elementary is 4482nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).