Franklin Elementary vs John C. Fremont Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 4.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–3
602 students
John C. Fremont Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
580 students
| Measure | Franklin Elementary Merced, California | John C. Fremont Elementary Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3918 of 5,693 | #4238 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42423 of 50,301 | #44163 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 602 | 580 |
| Enrollment | 602 | 580 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.6% | 84.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 26% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 21.1).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 26%).
- •John C. Fremont Elementary does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.6% vs 84.7%).
- •Franklin Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 26.4).
- •Franklin Elementary is the larger school with 602 students compared with 580.
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 John C. Fremont Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Elementary ranks higher (23.8 vs 21.1 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 Franklin Elementary and John C. Fremont Elementary?
About 4.8 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Elementary: 602. John C. Fremont Elementary: 580. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Elementary and John C. Fremont Elementary rank in California?
Franklin Elementary is 3918th of 5,693 and John C. Fremont Elementary is 4238th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).