Oliveira Elementary vs Thornton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 440 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oliveira Elementary
Fremont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
496 students
Thornton Middle
Fremont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,972 students
| Measure | Oliveira Elementary Fremont, California | Thornton Middle Fremont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #814 of 5,693 | #114 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11333 of 50,301 | #2028 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 496 | 1,972 |
| Enrollment | 496 | 1,972 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.3% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 65% | 74% |
| city | Fremont | Fremont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thornton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 70.0).
- •Thornton Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 65%).
- •Thornton Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 73%).
- •Thornton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 33.3%).
- •Oliveira Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 25.3).
- •Thornton Middle is the larger school with 1,972 students compared with 496.
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 Oliveira Elementary better than Thornton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thornton Middle ranks higher (76.9 vs 70.0 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 Oliveira Elementary and Thornton Middle?
About 440 m in a straight line, between Fremont and Fremont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oliveira Elementary: 496. Thornton Middle: 1,972. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oliveira Elementary and Thornton Middle rank in California?
Oliveira Elementary is 814th of 5,693 and Thornton Middle is 114th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).