Golden Oak Elementary vs Pinkham Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Golden Oak Elementary
Visalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
631 students
Pinkham Elementary
Visalia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
476 students
| Measure | Golden Oak Elementary Visalia, California | Pinkham Elementary Visalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4222 of 5,693 | #3694 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44088 of 50,301 | #41090 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 631 | 476 |
| Enrollment | 631 | 476 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.1% | 74.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 29% |
| city | Visalia | Visalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinkham Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.0 vs 21.2).
- •Pinkham Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 26%).
- •Pinkham Elementary does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 34%).
- •Pinkham Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.6% vs 76.1%).
- •Pinkham Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 21.8).
- •Golden Oak Elementary is the larger school with 631 students compared with 476.
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 Golden Oak Elementary better than Pinkham Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Pinkham Elementary ranks higher (26.0 vs 21.2 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 Golden Oak Elementary and Pinkham Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Visalia and Visalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Golden Oak Elementary: 631. Pinkham Elementary: 476. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Golden Oak Elementary and Pinkham Elementary rank in California?
Golden Oak Elementary is 4222nd of 5,693 and Pinkham Elementary is 3694th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).