Franklin Discovery Academy vs Parkside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Utah, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Franklin Discovery Academy
Vineyard · Charter elementary · Grades K–6
710 students
Parkside Elementary
Orem · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
588 students
| Measure | Franklin Discovery Academy Vineyard, Utah | Parkside Elementary Orem, Utah |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #430 of 580 | #477 of 580 |
| National rank | #33359 of 50,301 | #36869 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 710 | 588 |
| Enrollment | 710 | 588 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.8% | 61.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | – |
| Math proficiency | 27% | – |
| city | Vineyard | Orem |
| state | Utah | Utah |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Franklin Discovery Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.9 vs 32.6).
- •Franklin Discovery Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.8% vs 61.1%).
- •Franklin Discovery Academy does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 23.5).
- •Franklin Discovery Academy is the larger school with 710 students compared with 588.
- •Franklin Discovery Academy is a charter school while Parkside Elementary is a public 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 Franklin Discovery Academy better than Parkside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Franklin Discovery Academy ranks higher (37.9 vs 32.6 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 Franklin Discovery Academy and Parkside Elementary?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Vineyard and Orem in Utah.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Franklin Discovery Academy: 710. Parkside Elementary: 588. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Franklin Discovery Academy and Parkside Elementary rank in Utah?
Franklin Discovery Academy is 430th of 580 and Parkside Elementary is 477th of 580 among elementary schools in Utah on the 2025 Success Index (US).