Foster Elementary vs Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 279 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Foster Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
518 students
Magnolia Science Academy San Diego
San Diego · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
464 students
| Measure | Foster Elementary San Diego, California | Magnolia Science Academy San Diego San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 68 Top 25% |
| State rank | #2201 of 5,693 | #207 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #28790 of 50,301 | #3768 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 518 | 464 |
| Enrollment | 518 | 464 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 34.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 27.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 61% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magnolia Science Academy San Diego scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.1 vs 44.7).
- •Magnolia Science Academy San Diego does better on math proficiency (61% vs 47%).
- •Magnolia Science Academy San Diego does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 52%).
- •Magnolia Science Academy San Diego does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34.1% vs 59.3%).
- •Foster Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 27.3).
- •Foster Elementary is the larger school with 518 students compared with 464.
- •Foster Elementary is a public school while Magnolia Science Academy San Diego 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 Magnolia Science Academy San Diego?
On the Success Index (US), Magnolia Science Academy San Diego ranks higher (68.1 vs 44.7 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 Magnolia Science Academy San Diego?
About 279 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Foster Elementary: 518. Magnolia Science Academy San Diego: 464. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Foster Elementary and Magnolia Science Academy San Diego rank in California?
Foster Elementary is 2201st of 5,693 and Magnolia Science Academy San Diego is 207th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).