McCardle Elementary vs Pinedale Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McCardle Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
463 students
Pinedale Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
433 students
| Measure | McCardle Elementary Fresno, California | Pinedale Elementary Pinedale, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2298 of 5,693 | #3795 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #29753 of 50,301 | #41662 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 463 | 433 |
| Enrollment | 463 | 433 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 91.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 35% |
| city | Fresno | Pinedale |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McCardle Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.3 vs 25.1).
- •McCardle Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 35%).
- •McCardle Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 39%).
- •McCardle Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 91.2%).
- •Pinedale Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 19.3).
- •McCardle Elementary is the larger school with 463 students compared with 433.
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 McCardle Elementary better than Pinedale Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McCardle Elementary ranks higher (43.3 vs 25.1 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 McCardle Elementary and Pinedale Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Pinedale in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McCardle Elementary: 463. Pinedale Elementary: 433. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McCardle Elementary and Pinedale Elementary rank in California?
McCardle Elementary is 2298th of 5,693 and Pinedale Elementary is 3795th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).