Indianola Elementary vs James Garfield Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Indianola Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
420 students
James Garfield Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
229 students
| Measure | Indianola Elementary Selma, California | James Garfield Elementary Selma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4198 of 5,693 | #2277 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43903 of 50,301 | #29524 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 420 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 420 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.1% | 94.8% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 42% |
| city | Selma | Selma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Garfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 21.5).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 27%).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 40%).
- •Indianola Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.1% vs 94.8%).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.9 vs 23.3).
- •Indianola Elementary is the larger school with 420 students compared with 229.
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 Indianola Elementary better than James Garfield Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Garfield Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 21.5 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 Indianola Elementary and James Garfield Elementary?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Selma and Selma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Indianola Elementary: 420. James Garfield Elementary: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Indianola Elementary and James Garfield Elementary rank in California?
Indianola Elementary is 4198th of 5,693 and James Garfield Elementary is 2277th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).