Thomas Elementary vs Wolters Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Thomas Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
859 students
Wolters Elementary
Fresno · Public elementary · Grades K–6
411 students
| Measure | Thomas Elementary Fresno, California | Wolters Elementary Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5013 of 5,693 | #4245 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #47803 of 50,301 | #44195 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 859 | 411 |
| Enrollment | 859 | 411 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 92.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 36% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 32% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wolters Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 14.7).
- •Wolters Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Wolters Elementary does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 30%).
- •Thomas Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 92.2%).
- •Wolters Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 23.9).
- •Thomas Elementary is the larger school with 859 students compared with 411.
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 Thomas Elementary better than Wolters Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Wolters Elementary ranks higher (21.1 vs 14.7 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 Thomas Elementary and Wolters Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Thomas Elementary: 859. Wolters Elementary: 411. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Thomas Elementary and Wolters Elementary rank in California?
Thomas Elementary is 5013th of 5,693 and Wolters Elementary is 4245th of 5,693 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).