McLane High vs Norseman Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McLane High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,056 students
Norseman Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
554 students
| Measure | McLane High Fresno, California | Norseman Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1257 of 1,343 | #5322 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16129 of 16,910 | #48911 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,056 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 2,056 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 17.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 21% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McLane High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.5 vs 11.9).
- •Norseman Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 10%).
- •McLane High does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 22%).
- •McLane High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.3% vs 93.5%).
- •Norseman Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 19.6).
- •McLane High is the larger school with 2,056 students compared with 554.
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 McLane High better than Norseman Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), McLane High ranks higher (14.5 vs 11.9 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 McLane High and Norseman Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McLane High: 2,056. Norseman Elementary: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McLane High and Norseman Elementary rank in California?
McLane High is 1257th of 1,343 and Norseman Elementary is 5322nd of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).