Norseman Elementary vs Scandinavian Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Norseman Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
554 students
Scandinavian Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
836 students
| Measure | Norseman Elementary Fresno, California | Scandinavian Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5322 of 5,693 | #1198 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #48911 of 50,301 | #14833 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 554 | 836 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 836 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 95.2% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 17% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (11.9 vs 12.8).
- •Norseman Elementary does better on math proficiency (21% vs 17%).
- •Scandinavian Middle does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 22%).
- •Norseman Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.5% vs 95.2%).
- •Norseman Elementary does better on students per teacher (17.9 vs 20.4).
- •Scandinavian Middle is the larger school with 836 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 Norseman Elementary better than Scandinavian Middle?
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 Norseman Elementary and Scandinavian Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Norseman Elementary: 554. Scandinavian Middle: 836. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Norseman Elementary and Scandinavian Middle rank in California?
Norseman Elementary is 5322nd of 5,693 and Scandinavian Middle is 1198th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).