J. E. Hester Elementary vs Outside Creek Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 3.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. E. Hester Elementary
Farmersville · Public elementary · Grades K–2
333 students
Outside Creek Elementary
Visalia · Public elementary · Grades K–8
125 students
| Measure | J. E. Hester Elementary Farmersville, California | Outside Creek Elementary Visalia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4494 of 5,693 | #2952 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45454 of 50,301 | #35728 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 333 | 125 |
| Enrollment | 333 | 125 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.9% | 54.4% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 31.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 32% |
| city | Farmersville | Visalia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Outside Creek Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.3 vs 19.0).
- •Outside Creek Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.4% vs 94.9%).
- •J. E. Hester Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 31.3).
- •J. E. Hester Elementary is the larger school with 333 students compared with 125.
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 J. E. Hester Elementary better than Outside Creek Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Outside Creek Elementary ranks higher (34.3 vs 19.0 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 J. E. Hester Elementary and Outside Creek Elementary?
About 3.6 km in a straight line, between Farmersville and Visalia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. E. Hester Elementary: 333. Outside Creek Elementary: 125. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. E. Hester Elementary and Outside Creek Elementary rank in California?
J. E. Hester Elementary is 4494th of 5,693 and Outside Creek Elementary is 2952nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).