Jefferson Elementary vs Kester Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 99 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
886 students
Kester Avenue Elementary
Van Nuys · Public elementary · Grades K–5
886 students
| Measure | Jefferson Elementary Riverside, California | Kester Avenue Elementary Van Nuys, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #4112 of 5,693 | #769 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43392 of 50,301 | #10593 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 886 | 886 |
| Enrollment | 886 | 886 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | 47% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 82% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 72% |
| city | Riverside | Van Nuys |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kester Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (71.0 vs 22.3).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (72% vs 31%).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 40%).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47% vs 86.5%).
- •Kester Avenue Elementary does better on students per teacher (24.6 vs 26.1).
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 Jefferson Elementary better than Kester Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kester Avenue Elementary ranks higher (71.0 vs 22.3 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 Jefferson Elementary and Kester Avenue Elementary?
About 99 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Van Nuys in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Elementary: 886. Kester Avenue Elementary: 886. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Elementary and Kester Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Jefferson Elementary is 4112th of 5,693 and Kester Avenue Elementary is 769th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).