McPherson Magnet vs OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McPherson Magnet
Orange · Public elementary · Grades K–8
863 students
OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy
Orange · Public other · Grades K–12
229 students
| Measure | McPherson Magnet Orange, California | OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy Orange, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | – Not rated |
| State rank | #1044 of 5,693 | – |
| National rank | #13979 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Other |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–12 |
| Students | 863 | 229 |
| Enrollment | 863 | 229 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 42.1% | 43.2% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 16.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | – |
| Math proficiency | 63% | – |
| city | Orange | Orange |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •McPherson Magnet does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.1% vs 43.2%).
- •OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 26.2).
- •McPherson Magnet is the larger school with 863 students compared with 229.
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 McPherson Magnet better than OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are McPherson Magnet and OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy?
About 1.0 km in a straight line, between Orange and Orange in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McPherson Magnet: 863. OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy: 229. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McPherson Magnet and OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy rank in California?
McPherson Magnet is 1044th of 5,693 and OUSD EDGE Virtual Academy is unranked among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).