Joseph M. Simas vs Monroe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph M. Simas
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
514 students
Monroe Elementary
Hanford · Public elementary · Grades K–6
611 students
| Measure | Joseph M. Simas Hanford, California | Monroe Elementary Hanford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 38 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1750 of 5,693 | #2687 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #23110 of 50,301 | #33166 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 514 | 611 |
| Enrollment | 514 | 611 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 61.3% | 80.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 48% |
| city | Hanford | Hanford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joseph M. Simas scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.9 vs 38.2).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on math proficiency (56% vs 48%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 48%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (61.3% vs 80.7%).
- •Joseph M. Simas does better on students per teacher (23.4 vs 23.5).
- •Monroe Elementary is the larger school with 611 students compared with 514.
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 Joseph M. Simas better than Monroe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Joseph M. Simas ranks higher (52.9 vs 38.2 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 Joseph M. Simas and Monroe Elementary?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hanford and Hanford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph M. Simas: 514. Monroe Elementary: 611. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph M. Simas and Monroe Elementary rank in California?
Joseph M. Simas is 1750th of 5,693 and Monroe Elementary is 2687th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).