J. W. Oakley Elementary vs Magnolia Union Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 8.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
J. W. Oakley Elementary
Brawley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
654 students
Magnolia Union Elementary
Brawley · Public elementary · Grades K–8
128 students
| Measure | J. W. Oakley Elementary Brawley, California | Magnolia Union Elementary Brawley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 70 Top 25% |
| State rank | #3269 of 5,693 | #805 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38085 of 50,301 | #11170 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 654 | 128 |
| Enrollment | 654 | 128 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.1% | 13.3% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 57% |
| city | Brawley | Brawley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magnolia Union Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.2 vs 30.7).
- •Magnolia Union Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •Magnolia Union Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •Magnolia Union Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.3% vs 86.1%).
- •J. W. Oakley Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.3).
- •J. W. Oakley Elementary is the larger school with 654 students compared with 128.
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. W. Oakley Elementary better than Magnolia Union Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Magnolia Union Elementary ranks higher (70.2 vs 30.7 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. W. Oakley Elementary and Magnolia Union Elementary?
About 8.9 km in a straight line, between Brawley and Brawley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
J. W. Oakley Elementary: 654. Magnolia Union Elementary: 128. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do J. W. Oakley Elementary and Magnolia Union Elementary rank in California?
J. W. Oakley Elementary is 3269th of 5,693 and Magnolia Union Elementary is 805th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).