Foster Elementary vs Soleil Academy Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foster Elementary
Compton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
398 students
Soleil Academy Charter
Lynwood · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
385 students
| Measure | Foster Elementary Compton, California | Soleil Academy Charter Lynwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4600 of 5,693 | #4232 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45963 of 50,301 | #44129 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 398 | 385 |
| Enrollment | 398 | 385 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.9% | 75.1% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 27.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 29% | – |
| city | Compton | Lynwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Soleil Academy Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.2 vs 18.2).
- •Soleil Academy Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (75.1% vs 84.9%).
- •Foster Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.5 vs 27.5).
- •Foster Elementary is the larger school with 398 students compared with 385.
- •Foster Elementary is a public school while Soleil Academy Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Foster Elementary better than Soleil Academy Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Soleil Academy Charter ranks higher (21.2 vs 18.2 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 Foster Elementary and Soleil Academy Charter?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Compton and Lynwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foster Elementary: 398. Soleil Academy Charter: 385. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foster Elementary and Soleil Academy Charter rank in California?
Foster Elementary is 4600th of 5,693 and Soleil Academy Charter is 4232nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).