Jim Maples Academy vs Oak Grove Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 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
Oak Grove Elementary
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
393 students
| Measure | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California | Oak Grove Elementary Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4477 of 5,693 | #3556 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45351 of 50,301 | #40224 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 393 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 393 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 87.3% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 35% |
| city | Porterville | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Oak Grove Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.3 vs 19.2).
- •Oak Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Oak Grove Elementary does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Oak Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.3% vs 88.6%).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 24.6).
- •Jim Maples Academy is the larger school with 466 students compared with 393.
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 Oak Grove Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Oak Grove Elementary ranks higher (27.3 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 Oak Grove Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Maples Academy: 466. Oak Grove Elementary: 393. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Maples Academy and Oak Grove Elementary rank in California?
Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 and Oak Grove Elementary is 3556th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).