Merle L. Fuller Elementary vs Ronald Reagan Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Merle L. Fuller Elementary
Chowchilla · Public elementary · Grades K–2
508 students
Ronald Reagan Elementary
Chowchilla · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
490 students
| Measure | Merle L. Fuller Elementary Chowchilla, California | Ronald Reagan Elementary Chowchilla, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4953 of 5,693 | #4880 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47595 of 50,301 | #47275 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–2 | Grades 3–4 |
| Students | 508 | 490 |
| Enrollment | 508 | 490 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.5% | 90.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 28% |
| Math proficiency | – | 30% |
| city | Chowchilla | Chowchilla |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.1 vs 15.8).
- •Ronald Reagan Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 92.5%).
- •Merle L. Fuller Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 24.5).
- •Merle L. Fuller Elementary is the larger school with 508 students compared with 490.
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 Merle L. Fuller Elementary better than Ronald Reagan Elementary?
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 Merle L. Fuller Elementary and Ronald Reagan Elementary?
About 2.9 km in a straight line, between Chowchilla and Chowchilla in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary: 508. Ronald Reagan Elementary: 490. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Merle L. Fuller Elementary and Ronald Reagan Elementary rank in California?
Merle L. Fuller Elementary is 4953rd of 5,693 and Ronald Reagan Elementary is 4880th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).