Marshall (John) Elementary vs Orangethorpe Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall (John) Elementary
Anaheim · Public elementary · Grades K–6
688 students
Orangethorpe Elementary
Fullerton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
489 students
| Measure | Marshall (John) Elementary Anaheim, California | Orangethorpe Elementary Fullerton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4378 of 5,693 | #3992 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44841 of 50,301 | #42782 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 688 | 489 |
| Enrollment | 688 | 489 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.1% | 77.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.2 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 26% |
| city | Anaheim | Fullerton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orangethorpe Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.3 vs 20.0).
- •Orangethorpe Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 35%).
- •Orangethorpe Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.7% vs 82.1%).
- •Marshall (John) Elementary is the larger school with 688 students compared with 489.
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 Marshall (John) Elementary better than Orangethorpe Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Orangethorpe Elementary ranks higher (23.3 vs 20.0 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 Marshall (John) Elementary and Orangethorpe Elementary?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Anaheim and Fullerton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall (John) Elementary: 688. Orangethorpe Elementary: 489. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall (John) Elementary and Orangethorpe Elementary rank in California?
Marshall (John) Elementary is 4378th of 5,693 and Orangethorpe Elementary is 3992nd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).