James Foster Elementary vs North Park Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Foster Elementary
Saugus · Public elementary · Grades K–6
508 students
North Park Elementary
Valencia · Public elementary · Grades K–6
441 students
| Measure | James Foster Elementary Saugus, California | North Park Elementary Valencia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1615 of 5,693 | #1480 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #21248 of 50,301 | #19603 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 508 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 25.4% |
| Students per teacher | 29.9 | 25.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 49% |
| city | Saugus | Valencia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Park Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.0 vs 55.6).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 59%).
- •North Park Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.4% vs 39.2%).
- •North Park Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.9 vs 29.9).
- •James Foster Elementary is the larger school with 508 students compared with 441.
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 James Foster Elementary better than North Park Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), North Park Elementary ranks higher (58.0 vs 55.6 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 James Foster Elementary and North Park Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Saugus and Valencia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Foster Elementary: 508. North Park Elementary: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Foster Elementary and North Park Elementary rank in California?
James Foster Elementary is 1615th of 5,693 and North Park Elementary is 1480th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).