McLane High vs Wishon Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 475 m 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
Wishon Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
497 students
| Measure | McLane High Fresno, California | Wishon Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 29 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1257 of 1,343 | #3426 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #16129 of 16,910 | #39239 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 2,056 | 497 |
| Enrollment | 2,056 | 497 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.3% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 41% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wishon Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 14.5).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on math proficiency (41% vs 10%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.8% vs 93.3%).
- •Wishon Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 19.6).
- •McLane High is the larger school with 2,056 students compared with 497.
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 Wishon Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wishon Elementary ranks higher (29.0 vs 14.5 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 McLane High and Wishon Elementary?
About 475 m in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McLane High: 2,056. Wishon Elementary: 497. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McLane High and Wishon Elementary rank in California?
McLane High is 1257th of 1,343 and Wishon Elementary is 3426th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).