Maple Elementary vs South Tamarind Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maple Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
511 students
South Tamarind Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
565 students
| Measure | Maple Elementary Fontana, California | South Tamarind Elementary Fontana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4151 of 5,693 | #4261 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #43661 of 50,301 | #44245 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 511 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 511 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.4% | 83.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.3 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 30% |
| city | Fontana | Fontana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.9 vs 21.0).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Maple Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •Maple Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.4% vs 83.7%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 21.3).
- •South Tamarind Elementary is the larger school with 565 students compared with 511.
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 Maple Elementary better than South Tamarind Elementary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Maple Elementary and South Tamarind Elementary?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Fontana and Fontana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maple Elementary: 511. South Tamarind Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maple Elementary and South Tamarind Elementary rank in California?
Maple Elementary is 4151st of 5,693 and South Tamarind Elementary is 4261st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).