Richman Elementary vs Vibrant Minds Charter
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.
Richman Elementary
Fullerton · Public elementary · Grades K–6
470 students
Vibrant Minds Charter
Anaheim · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
245 students
| Measure | Richman Elementary Fullerton, California | Vibrant Minds Charter Anaheim, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 36 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3349 of 5,693 | #2836 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #38714 of 50,301 | #34658 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 470 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 470 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 74.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.1 | 35.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 42% |
| city | Fullerton | Anaheim |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Vibrant Minds Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (36.0 vs 29.8).
- •Vibrant Minds Charter does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 39%).
- •Vibrant Minds Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.3% vs 77.2%).
- •Richman Elementary does better on students per teacher (26.1 vs 35.0).
- •Richman Elementary is the larger school with 470 students compared with 245.
- •Richman Elementary is a public school while Vibrant Minds Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Richman Elementary better than Vibrant Minds Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Vibrant Minds Charter ranks higher (36.0 vs 29.8 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 Richman Elementary and Vibrant Minds Charter?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Fullerton and Anaheim in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Richman Elementary: 470. Vibrant Minds Charter: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Richman Elementary and Vibrant Minds Charter rank in California?
Richman Elementary is 3349th of 5,693 and Vibrant Minds Charter is 2836th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).