James Garfield Elementary vs Woodrow Wilson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 540 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Garfield Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
229 students
Woodrow Wilson Elementary
Selma · Public elementary · Grades K–6
335 students
| Measure | James Garfield Elementary Selma, California | Woodrow Wilson Elementary Selma, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2277 of 5,693 | #4721 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29524 of 50,301 | #46576 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 229 | 335 |
| Enrollment | 229 | 335 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 23% |
| city | Selma | Selma |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Garfield Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.6 vs 17.1).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 23%).
- •James Garfield Elementary does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 35%).
- •Woodrow Wilson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.3% vs 94.8%).
- •Woodrow Wilson Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.9).
- •Woodrow Wilson Elementary is the larger school with 335 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 James Garfield Elementary better than Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Garfield Elementary ranks higher (43.6 vs 17.1 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 Garfield Elementary and Woodrow Wilson Elementary?
About 540 m in a straight line, between Selma and Selma in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Garfield Elementary: 229. Woodrow Wilson Elementary: 335. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Garfield Elementary and Woodrow Wilson Elementary rank in California?
James Garfield Elementary is 2277th of 5,693 and Woodrow Wilson Elementary is 4721st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).