James M. Burchfield Primary vs Meridian Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James M. Burchfield Primary
Colusa · Public elementary · Grades K–3
430 students
Meridian Elementary
Meridian · Public elementary · Grades K–8
78 students
| Measure | James M. Burchfield Primary Colusa, California | Meridian Elementary Meridian, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2162 of 5,693 | #3808 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #28321 of 50,301 | #41780 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 430 | 78 |
| Enrollment | 430 | 78 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.4% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 30% |
| city | Colusa | Meridian |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James M. Burchfield Primary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.4 vs 24.9).
- •James M. Burchfield Primary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 30%).
- •James M. Burchfield Primary does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 30%).
- •Meridian Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 78.4%).
- •James M. Burchfield Primary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 26.0).
- •James M. Burchfield Primary is the larger school with 430 students compared with 78.
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 M. Burchfield Primary better than Meridian Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James M. Burchfield Primary ranks higher (45.4 vs 24.9 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 M. Burchfield Primary and Meridian Elementary?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Colusa and Meridian in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James M. Burchfield Primary: 430. Meridian Elementary: 78. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James M. Burchfield Primary and Meridian Elementary rank in California?
James M. Burchfield Primary is 2162nd of 5,693 and Meridian Elementary is 3808th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).