James Foster Elementary vs Rosedell Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.1 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
Rosedell Elementary
Saugus · Public elementary · Grades K–6
660 students
| Measure | James Foster Elementary Saugus, California | Rosedell Elementary Saugus, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1615 of 5,693 | #1630 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #21248 of 50,301 | #21542 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 508 | 660 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 660 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.2% | 39.4% |
| Students per teacher | 29.9 | 27.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 49% |
| city | Saugus | Saugus |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (55.6 vs 55.2).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on math proficiency (51% vs 49%).
- •Rosedell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 60%).
- •James Foster Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.2% vs 39.4%).
- •Rosedell Elementary does better on students per teacher (27.5 vs 29.9).
- •Rosedell Elementary is the larger school with 660 students compared with 508.
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 Rosedell Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are James Foster Elementary and Rosedell Elementary?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Saugus and Saugus in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Foster Elementary: 508. Rosedell Elementary: 660. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Foster Elementary and Rosedell Elementary rank in California?
James Foster Elementary is 1615th of 5,693 and Rosedell Elementary is 1630th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).