John C. Fremont Elementary vs Rudolph Rivera Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John C. Fremont Elementary
Merced · Public elementary · Grades K–6
580 students
Rudolph Rivera Middle
Merced · Public middle · Grades 7–8
608 students
| Measure | John C. Fremont Elementary Merced, California | Rudolph Rivera Middle Merced, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4238 of 5,693 | #922 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #44163 of 50,301 | #13516 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 580 | 608 |
| Enrollment | 580 | 608 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84.7% | 81.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 29.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 20% |
| city | Merced | Merced |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.1 vs 21.6).
- •John C. Fremont Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 20%).
- •Rudolph Rivera Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 41%).
- •Rudolph Rivera Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.7% vs 84.7%).
- •John C. Fremont Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.4 vs 29.0).
- •Rudolph Rivera Middle is the larger school with 608 students compared with 580.
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 John C. Fremont Elementary better than Rudolph Rivera Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are John C. Fremont Elementary and Rudolph Rivera Middle?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Merced and Merced in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John C. Fremont Elementary: 580. Rudolph Rivera Middle: 608. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John C. Fremont Elementary and Rudolph Rivera Middle rank in California?
John C. Fremont Elementary is 4238th of 5,693 and Rudolph Rivera Middle is 922nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).