Palm Innovation Academy vs South Tamarind Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 45 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Palm Innovation Academy
Beaumont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
565 students
South Tamarind Elementary
Fontana · Public elementary · Grades K–5
565 students
| Measure | Palm Innovation Academy Beaumont, California | South Tamarind Elementary Fontana, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4765 of 5,693 | #4261 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #46775 of 50,301 | #44245 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 565 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 83.7% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 30% |
| city | Beaumont | Fontana |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Tamarind Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.0 vs 16.7).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on math proficiency (30% vs 27%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 32%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.7% vs 87.4%).
- •South Tamarind Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 26.9).
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 Palm Innovation Academy better than South Tamarind Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), South Tamarind Elementary ranks higher (21.0 vs 16.7 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 Palm Innovation Academy and South Tamarind Elementary?
About 45 km in a straight line, between Beaumont and Fontana in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Palm Innovation Academy: 565. South Tamarind Elementary: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Palm Innovation Academy and South Tamarind Elementary rank in California?
Palm Innovation Academy is 4765th of 5,693 and South Tamarind Elementary is 4261st of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).