Foothill Oaks Elementary vs Merle L. Fuller Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 198 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foothill Oaks Elementary
Sacramento · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
Merle L. Fuller Elementary
Chowchilla · Public elementary · Grades K–2
508 students
| Measure | Foothill Oaks Elementary Sacramento, California | Merle L. Fuller Elementary Chowchilla, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3907 of 5,693 | #4953 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42352 of 50,301 | #47595 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 508 | 508 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 508 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.1% | 92.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | – |
| Math proficiency | 31% | – |
| city | Sacramento | Chowchilla |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothill Oaks Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.9 vs 15.1).
- •Foothill Oaks Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.1% vs 92.5%).
- •Merle L. Fuller Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 24.2).
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 Oaks Elementary better than Merle L. Fuller Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Foothill Oaks Elementary ranks higher (23.9 vs 15.1 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 Oaks Elementary and Merle L. Fuller Elementary?
About 198 km in a straight line, between Sacramento and Chowchilla in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foothill Oaks Elementary: 508. Merle L. Fuller Elementary: 508. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foothill Oaks Elementary and Merle L. Fuller Elementary rank in California?
Foothill Oaks Elementary is 3907th of 5,693 and Merle L. Fuller Elementary is 4953rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).