James S. Fugman Elementary vs Valley Oak Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James S. Fugman Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
893 students
Valley Oak Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
509 students
| Measure | James S. Fugman Elementary Fresno, California | Valley Oak Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #223 of 5,693 | #613 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4418 of 50,301 | #8749 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 893 | 509 |
| Enrollment | 893 | 509 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.8% | 36.5% |
| Students per teacher | 25.5 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 72% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James S. Fugman Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.0 vs 73.8).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on math proficiency (84% vs 72%).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 78%).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.8% vs 36.5%).
- •Valley Oak Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.1 vs 25.5).
- •James S. Fugman Elementary is the larger school with 893 students compared with 509.
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 S. Fugman Elementary better than Valley Oak Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James S. Fugman Elementary ranks higher (81.0 vs 73.8 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 S. Fugman Elementary and Valley Oak Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James S. Fugman Elementary: 893. Valley Oak Elementary: 509. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James S. Fugman Elementary and Valley Oak Elementary rank in California?
James S. Fugman Elementary is 223rd of 5,693 and Valley Oak Elementary is 613th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).