John S. Wash Elementary vs Rio Hondo Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 339 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John S. Wash Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
838 students
Rio Hondo Elementary
Downey · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
| Measure | John S. Wash Elementary Fresno, California | Rio Hondo Elementary Downey, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1595 of 5,693 | #3102 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20964 of 50,301 | #36877 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 838 | 838 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 838 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 82.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 43% |
| city | Fresno | Downey |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John S. Wash Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 32.6).
- •John S. Wash Elementary does better on math proficiency (60% vs 43%).
- •John S. Wash Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 44%).
- •John S. Wash Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 82.6%).
- •Rio Hondo Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 23.9).
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 S. Wash Elementary better than Rio Hondo Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), John S. Wash Elementary ranks higher (56.0 vs 32.6 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 John S. Wash Elementary and Rio Hondo Elementary?
About 339 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Downey in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John S. Wash Elementary: 838. Rio Hondo Elementary: 838. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John S. Wash Elementary and Rio Hondo Elementary rank in California?
John S. Wash Elementary is 1595th of 5,693 and Rio Hondo Elementary is 3102nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).