Franklin Elementary vs William G. Paden Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
291 students
William G. Paden Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
372 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Alameda, California | William G. Paden Elementary Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 69 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #865 of 5,693 | #1817 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11861 of 50,301 | #24235 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 291 | 372 |
| Enrollment | 291 | 372 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.8% | 46% |
| Students per teacher | 26.5 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 52% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (69.2 vs 51.4).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 52%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.8% vs 46%).
- •William G. Paden Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 26.5).
- •William G. Paden Elementary is the larger school with 372 students compared with 291.
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 Franklin Elementary better than William G. Paden Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (69.2 vs 51.4 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 Franklin Elementary and William G. Paden Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 291. William G. Paden Elementary: 372. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and William G. Paden Elementary rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 865th of 5,693 and William G. Paden Elementary is 1817th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).