North Tamarind Elementary vs South Tamarind Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
North Tamarind Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–6
373 students
South Tamarind Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
565 students
| Measure | North Tamarind Elementary Fontana, California | South Tamarind Elementary Fontana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5303 of 5,693 | #4261 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #48846 of 50,301 | #44245 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 373 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 373 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.2% | 83.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 30% |
| city | Fontana | Fontana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Tamarind Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.0 vs 12.1).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 15%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 26%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.7% vs 88.2%).
- •North Tamarind Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 20.9).
- •South Tamarind Elementary is the larger school with 565 students compared with 373.
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 North Tamarind Elementary better than South Tamarind Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Tamarind Elementary ranks higher (21.0 vs 12.1 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 North Tamarind Elementary and South Tamarind Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Fontana and Fontana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
North Tamarind Elementary: 373. South Tamarind Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do North Tamarind Elementary and South Tamarind Elementary rank in California?
North Tamarind Elementary is 5303rd of 5,693 and South Tamarind Elementary is 4261st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).