Northridge Elementary vs Orangevale Open K-8
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Northridge Elementary
Fair Oaks · Public elementary · Grades K–6
423 students
Orangevale Open K-8
Fair Oaks · Public elementary · Grades K–8
593 students
| Measure | Northridge Elementary Fair Oaks, California | Orangevale Open K-8 Fair Oaks, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #4303 of 5,693 | #1276 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #44473 of 50,301 | #16935 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 423 | 593 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 593 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.8% | 32.7% |
| Students per teacher | 23.5 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 54% |
| city | Fair Oaks | Fair Oaks |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Orangevale Open K-8 scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 20.6).
- •Orangevale Open K-8 does better on math proficiency (54% vs 20%).
- •Orangevale Open K-8 does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 28%).
- •Orangevale Open K-8 does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.7% vs 59.8%).
- •Northridge Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.5 vs 24.7).
- •Orangevale Open K-8 is the larger school with 593 students compared with 423.
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 Northridge Elementary better than Orangevale Open K-8?
On the Success Index (US), Orangevale Open K-8 ranks higher (61.8 vs 20.6 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 Northridge Elementary and Orangevale Open K-8?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Fair Oaks and Fair Oaks in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Northridge Elementary: 423. Orangevale Open K-8: 593. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Northridge Elementary and Orangevale Open K-8 rank in California?
Northridge Elementary is 4303rd of 5,693 and Orangevale Open K-8 is 1276th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).