Orange Center Elementary vs West Fresno Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orange Center Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–8
261 students
West Fresno Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–5
594 students
| Measure | Orange Center Elementary Fresno, California | West Fresno Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5039 of 5,693 | #5146 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47879 of 50,301 | #48275 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 261 | 594 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 594 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.9% | 94.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 29% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.5 vs 13.6).
- •West Fresno Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 21%).
- •Orange Center Elementary does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 22%).
- •West Fresno Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.9% vs 98.9%).
- •West Fresno Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 20.1).
- •West Fresno Elementary is the larger school with 594 students compared with 261.
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 Orange Center Elementary better than West Fresno Elementary?
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 Orange Center Elementary and West Fresno Elementary?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orange Center Elementary: 261. West Fresno Elementary: 594. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orange Center Elementary and West Fresno Elementary rank in California?
Orange Center Elementary is 5039th of 5,693 and West Fresno Elementary is 5146th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).