Malloch Elementary vs Nelson Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Malloch Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
495 students
Nelson Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
| Measure | Malloch Elementary Fresno, California | Nelson Elementary Pinedale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1591 of 5,693 | #1878 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #20905 of 50,301 | #24920 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 495 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 495 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 52.7% | 60.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 49% |
| city | Fresno | Pinedale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Malloch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.1 vs 50.4).
- •Malloch Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 58%).
- •Malloch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.7% vs 60.1%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 21.5).
- •Malloch Elementary is the larger school with 495 students compared with 466.
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 Malloch Elementary better than Nelson Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Malloch Elementary ranks higher (56.1 vs 50.4 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 Malloch Elementary and Nelson Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Pinedale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Malloch Elementary: 495. Nelson Elementary: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Malloch Elementary and Nelson Elementary rank in California?
Malloch Elementary is 1591st of 5,693 and Nelson Elementary is 1878th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).