George Washington Elementary vs Sherman Thomas STEM Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
578 students
Sherman Thomas STEM Academy
Madera · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
75 students
| Measure | George Washington Elementary Madera, California | Sherman Thomas STEM Academy Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 78 Top 25% |
| State rank | #5644 of 5,693 | #104 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #50025 of 50,301 | #1900 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 578 | 75 |
| Enrollment | 578 | 75 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.9% | 36% |
| Students per teacher | 20.6 | 37.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 67% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman Thomas STEM Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.6 vs 7.0).
- •Sherman Thomas STEM Academy does better on math proficiency (67% vs 12%).
- •Sherman Thomas STEM Academy does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 21%).
- •Sherman Thomas STEM Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36% vs 97.9%).
- •George Washington Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 37.5).
- •George Washington Elementary is the larger school with 578 students compared with 75.
- •George Washington Elementary is a public school while Sherman Thomas STEM Academy 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 George Washington Elementary better than Sherman Thomas STEM Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman Thomas STEM Academy ranks higher (77.6 vs 7.0 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 George Washington Elementary and Sherman Thomas STEM Academy?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Elementary: 578. Sherman Thomas STEM Academy: 75. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Elementary and Sherman Thomas STEM Academy rank in California?
George Washington Elementary is 5644th of 5,693 and Sherman Thomas STEM Academy is 104th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).