James Madison Elementary vs Sierra Vista Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.7 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
Sierra Vista Elementary
Madera · Public elementary · Grades K–6
740 students
| Measure | James Madison Elementary Madera, California | Sierra Vista Elementary Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5179 of 5,693 | #5403 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48381 of 50,301 | #49183 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 739 | 740 |
| Enrollment | 739 | 740 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.5% | 97.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.5 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 20% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James Madison Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.3 vs 11.0).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on math proficiency (20% vs 19%).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 25%).
- •James Madison Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.5% vs 97.7%).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 20.5).
- •Sierra Vista Elementary is the larger school with 740 students compared with 739.
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 Sierra Vista Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James Madison Elementary ranks higher (13.3 vs 11.0 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 Madison Elementary and Sierra Vista Elementary?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Madison Elementary: 739. Sierra Vista Elementary: 740. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Madison Elementary and Sierra Vista Elementary rank in California?
James Madison Elementary is 5179th of 5,693 and Sierra Vista Elementary is 5403rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).