Ruby Bridges Elementary vs The Academy of Alameda
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 636 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ruby Bridges Elementary
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
458 students
The Academy of Alameda
Alameda · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
638 students
| Measure | Ruby Bridges Elementary Alameda, California | The Academy of Alameda Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3732 of 5,693 | #1963 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #41293 of 50,301 | #25850 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 458 | 638 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 638 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.7% | 49.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 48% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •The Academy of Alameda scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.0 vs 25.7).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on math proficiency (48% vs 30%).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 35%).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (49.8% vs 65.7%).
- •The Academy of Alameda does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 22.9).
- •The Academy of Alameda is the larger school with 638 students compared with 458.
- •Ruby Bridges Elementary is a public school while The Academy of Alameda 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 Ruby Bridges Elementary better than The Academy of Alameda?
On the Success Index (US), The Academy of Alameda ranks higher (49.0 vs 25.7 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 Ruby Bridges Elementary and The Academy of Alameda?
About 636 m in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ruby Bridges Elementary: 458. The Academy of Alameda: 638. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ruby Bridges Elementary and The Academy of Alameda rank in California?
Ruby Bridges Elementary is 3732nd of 5,693 and The Academy of Alameda is 1963rd of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).