Jim Maples Academy vs William R. Buckley Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.9 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
William R. Buckley Elementary
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
499 students
| Measure | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California | William R. Buckley Elementary Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4477 of 5,693 | #3440 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #45351 of 50,301 | #39373 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 499 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 499 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.6% | 83.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 25.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 32% |
| city | Porterville | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •William R. Buckley Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.8 vs 19.2).
- •William R. Buckley Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 27%).
- •William R. Buckley Elementary does better on reading proficiency (48% vs 37%).
- •William R. Buckley Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.4% vs 88.6%).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on students per teacher (24.5 vs 25.0).
- •William R. Buckley Elementary is the larger school with 499 students compared with 466.
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 William R. Buckley Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), William R. Buckley Elementary ranks higher (28.8 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 William R. Buckley Elementary?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Maples Academy: 466. William R. Buckley Elementary: 499. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Maples Academy and William R. Buckley Elementary rank in California?
Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 and William R. Buckley Elementary is 3440th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).