Hicks Canyon Elementary vs Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hicks Canyon Elementary
Irvine · Public elementary · Grades K–5
830 students
Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy
Irvine · Charter elementary · Grades K–5
455 students
| Measure | Hicks Canyon Elementary Irvine, California | Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #676 of 5,693 | #1383 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9581 of 50,301 | #18470 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 830 | 455 |
| Enrollment | 830 | 455 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 37.5% | 13.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.8 | 28.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | – |
| Math proficiency | 75% | – |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (72.5 vs 59.6).
- •Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.2% vs 37.5%).
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.8 vs 28.4).
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary is the larger school with 830 students compared with 455.
- •Hicks Canyon Elementary is a public school while Irvine Chinese Immersion 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.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Hicks Canyon Elementary better than Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Hicks Canyon Elementary ranks higher (72.5 vs 59.6 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 Hicks Canyon Elementary and Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hicks Canyon Elementary: 830. Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy: 455. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hicks Canyon Elementary and Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy rank in California?
Hicks Canyon Elementary is 676th of 5,693 and Irvine Chinese Immersion Academy is 1383rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).