Kettleman City Elementary vs Tamarack Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 15 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kettleman City Elementary
Kettleman City · Public elementary · Grades K–8
239 students
Tamarack Elementary
Avenal · Public elementary · Grades K–5
433 students
| Measure | Kettleman City Elementary Kettleman City, California | Tamarack Elementary Avenal, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 6 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4390 of 5,693 | #5668 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44906 of 50,301 | #50131 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 239 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.2% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 14% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 11% |
| city | Kettleman City | Avenal |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kettleman City Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 6.0).
- •Kettleman City Elementary does better on math proficiency (22% vs 11%).
- •Kettleman City Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 14%).
- •Tamarack Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 96.2%).
- •Tamarack Elementary is the larger school with 433 students compared with 239.
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 Kettleman City Elementary better than Tamarack Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Kettleman City Elementary ranks higher (19.9 vs 6.0 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 Kettleman City Elementary and Tamarack Elementary?
About 15 km in a straight line, between Kettleman City and Avenal in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kettleman City Elementary: 239. Tamarack Elementary: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kettleman City Elementary and Tamarack Elementary rank in California?
Kettleman City Elementary is 4390th of 5,693 and Tamarack Elementary is 5668th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).