Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary vs Ramon Garza Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 151 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary
Altadena · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
Ramon Garza Elementary
Bakersfield · Public elementary · Grades K–5
658 students
| Measure | Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary Altadena, California | Ramon Garza Elementary Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 37 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2783 of 5,693 | #5266 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #34115 of 50,301 | #48695 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 658 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.8% | 95.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 19% |
| city | Altadena | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.8 vs 12.5).
- •Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 19%).
- •Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.8% vs 95.9%).
- •Ramon Garza Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.6 vs 25.3).
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 Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary better than Ramon Garza Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary ranks higher (36.8 vs 12.5 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 Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary and Ramon Garza Elementary?
About 151 km in a straight line, between Altadena and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary: 658. Ramon Garza Elementary: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary and Ramon Garza Elementary rank in California?
Mary W. Jackson STEAM Multilingual Magnet Elementary is 2783rd of 5,693 and Ramon Garza Elementary is 5266th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).