James Madison Elementary vs Parkwood Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Madison Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–8
739 students
Parkwood Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
635 students
| Measure | James Madison Elementary Madera, California | Parkwood Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5179 of 5,693 | #5131 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48381 of 50,301 | #48224 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 739 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 23% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.3 vs 13.7).
- •Parkwood Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 19%).
- •Parkwood Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 25%).
- •James Madison Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 96.5%).
- •James Madison Elementary is the larger school with 739 students compared with 635.
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 Madison Elementary better than Parkwood 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 Madison Elementary and Parkwood Elementary?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Elementary: 739. Parkwood Elementary: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Elementary and Parkwood Elementary rank in California?
James Madison Elementary is 5179th of 5,693 and Parkwood Elementary is 5131st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).