Madison (James) Elementary vs Palm Lane Global Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Madison (James) Elementary
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
553 students
Palm Lane Global Academy
Anaheim · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
288 students
| Measure | Madison (James) Elementary Anaheim, California | Palm Lane Global Academy Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3820 of 5,693 | #4014 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41836 of 50,301 | #42896 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 553 | 288 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 288 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.7% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 24.0 | 24.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 33% |
| city | Anaheim | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Madison (James) Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.8 vs 23.1).
- •Palm Lane Global Academy does better on math proficiency (33% vs 30%).
- •Madison (James) Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.7% vs 76%).
- •Madison (James) Elementary is the larger school with 553 students compared with 288.
- •Madison (James) Elementary is a public school while Palm Lane Global Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Madison (James) Elementary better than Palm Lane Global Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Madison (James) Elementary ranks higher (24.8 vs 23.1 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 Madison (James) Elementary and Palm Lane Global Academy?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Anaheim and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Madison (James) Elementary: 553. Palm Lane Global Academy: 288. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Madison (James) Elementary and Palm Lane Global Academy rank in California?
Madison (James) Elementary is 3820th of 5,693 and Palm Lane Global Academy is 4014th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).