Jim Maples Academy vs Longfellow Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 351 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jim Maples Academy
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
Longfellow Elementary
San Francisco · Public elementary · Grades K–5
466 students
| Measure | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California | Longfellow Elementary San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4477 of 5,693 | #3573 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45351 of 50,301 | #40335 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 57.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| city | Porterville | San Francisco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Longfellow Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.1 vs 19.2).
- •Longfellow Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 33%).
- •Longfellow Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (57.5% vs 88.6%).
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 Jim Maples Academy better than Longfellow Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Longfellow Elementary ranks higher (27.1 vs 19.2 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 Jim Maples Academy and Longfellow Elementary?
About 351 km in a straight line, between Porterville and San Francisco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Maples Academy: 466. Longfellow Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Maples Academy and Longfellow Elementary rank in California?
Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 and Longfellow Elementary is 3573rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).