Nelson Elementary vs Starr Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Nelson Elementary
Pinedale · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
Starr Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
336 students
| Measure | Nelson Elementary Pinedale, California | Starr Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1878 of 5,693 | #1499 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #24920 of 50,301 | #19823 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 466 | 336 |
| Enrollment | 466 | 336 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.1% | 54.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 16.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 57% |
| city | Pinedale | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Starr Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.7 vs 50.4).
- •Starr Elementary does better on math proficiency (57% vs 49%).
- •Nelson Elementary does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 55%).
- •Starr Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.2% vs 60.1%).
- •Starr Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 21.2).
- •Nelson Elementary is the larger school with 466 students compared with 336.
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 Nelson Elementary better than Starr Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Starr Elementary ranks higher (57.7 vs 50.4 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 Nelson Elementary and Starr Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Pinedale and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Nelson Elementary: 466. Starr Elementary: 336. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Nelson Elementary and Starr Elementary rank in California?
Nelson Elementary is 1878th of 5,693 and Starr Elementary is 1499th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).