Fries Avenue Elementary vs Gulf Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 692 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fries Avenue Elementary
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
325 students
Gulf Avenue Elementary
Wilmington · Public elementary · Grades K–5
634 students
| Measure | Fries Avenue Elementary Wilmington, California | Gulf Avenue Elementary Wilmington, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4910 of 5,693 | #3689 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47424 of 50,301 | #41070 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 325 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 92.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.1 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 38% |
| city | Wilmington | Wilmington |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gulf Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.0 vs 15.4).
- •Gulf Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 26%).
- •Gulf Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 25%).
- •Fries Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 92.6%).
- •Fries Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.1 vs 20.5).
- •Gulf Avenue Elementary is the larger school with 634 students compared with 325.
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 Fries Avenue Elementary better than Gulf Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Gulf Avenue Elementary ranks higher (26.0 vs 15.4 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 Fries Avenue Elementary and Gulf Avenue Elementary?
About 692 m in a straight line, between Wilmington and Wilmington in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fries Avenue Elementary: 325. Gulf Avenue Elementary: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fries Avenue Elementary and Gulf Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Fries Avenue Elementary is 4910th of 5,693 and Gulf Avenue Elementary is 3689th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).