Lowell Elementary vs Muir Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lowell Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
325 students
Muir Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
469 students
| Measure | Lowell Elementary Fresno, California | Muir Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 11 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3990 of 5,693 | #5392 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #42770 of 50,301 | #49150 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 325 | 469 |
| Enrollment | 325 | 469 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 94.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 23% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 19% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lowell Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 11.1).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on math proficiency (34% vs 19%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 23%).
- •Muir Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.5% vs 96.6%).
- •Lowell Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 18.8).
- •Muir Elementary is the larger school with 469 students compared with 325.
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 Lowell Elementary better than Muir Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Lowell Elementary ranks higher (23.3 vs 11.1 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 Lowell Elementary and Muir Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lowell Elementary: 325. Muir Elementary: 469. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lowell Elementary and Muir Elementary rank in California?
Lowell Elementary is 3990th of 5,693 and Muir Elementary is 5392nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).