John S. Wash Elementary vs Sanger West High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.6 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
Sanger West High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,438 students
| Measure | John S. Wash Elementary Fresno, California | Sanger West High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 22 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1595 of 5,693 | #1065 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #20964 of 50,301 | #14950 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 838 | 1,438 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 1,438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 65.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | – |
| Math proficiency | 60% | – |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John S. Wash Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 22.0).
- •John S. Wash Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 65.6%).
- •John S. Wash Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 25.7).
- •Sanger West High is the larger school with 1,438 students compared with 838.
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 Sanger West High?
On the Success Index (US), John S. Wash Elementary ranks higher (56.0 vs 22.0 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 Sanger West High?
About 2.6 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John S. Wash Elementary: 838. Sanger West High: 1,438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John S. Wash Elementary and Sanger West High rank in California?
John S. Wash Elementary is 1595th of 5,693 and Sanger West High is 1065th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).