Jim Maples Academy vs Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 109 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
Nelson Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
| Measure | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California | Nelson Elementary Pinedale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4477 of 5,693 | #1878 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45351 of 50,301 | #24920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 49% |
| city | Porterville | Pinedale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (50.4 vs 19.2).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 27%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 37%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 88.6%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 24.5).
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 Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Elementary ranks higher (50.4 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 Nelson Elementary?
About 109 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Pinedale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Maples Academy: 466. Nelson Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Maples Academy and Nelson Elementary rank in California?
Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 and Nelson Elementary is 1878th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).