James Monroe Elementary vs Jefferson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 44 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James Monroe Elementary
Fountain Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–6
555 students
Jefferson Elementary
Redondo Beach · Public elementary · Grades K–5
555 students
| Measure | James Monroe Elementary Fountain Valley, California | Jefferson Elementary Redondo Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1892 of 5,693 | #224 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #25092 of 50,301 | #4419 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 555 | 555 |
| Enrollment | 555 | 555 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.2% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 81% |
| Math proficiency | 64.5% | 80% |
| city | Fountain Valley | Redondo Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 50.1).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on math proficiency (80% vs 64.5%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (81% vs 52%).
- •Jefferson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 69.2%).
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 Monroe Elementary better than Jefferson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 50.1 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 Monroe Elementary and Jefferson Elementary?
About 44 km in a straight line, between Fountain Valley and Redondo Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James Monroe Elementary: 555. Jefferson Elementary: 555. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James Monroe Elementary and Jefferson Elementary rank in California?
James Monroe Elementary is 1892nd of 5,693 and Jefferson Elementary is 224th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).