A. M. Thomas Middle vs Maxwell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 463 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
A. M. Thomas Middle
Lost Hills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
90 students
Maxwell Middle
Maxwell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
90 students
| Measure | A. M. Thomas Middle Lost Hills, California | Maxwell Middle Maxwell, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1213 of 1,334 | #694 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14888 of 15,369 | #11648 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 90 | 90 |
| Enrollment | 90 | 90 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 68.9% |
| Students per teacher | 30.0 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 32% |
| city | Lost Hills | Maxwell |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Maxwell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.4 vs 12.1).
- •Maxwell Middle does better on math proficiency (32% vs 7.5%).
- •Maxwell Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Maxwell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.9% vs 96.7%).
- •Maxwell Middle does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 30.0).
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 A. M. Thomas Middle better than Maxwell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Maxwell Middle ranks higher (31.4 vs 12.1 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 A. M. Thomas Middle and Maxwell Middle?
About 463 km in a straight line, between Lost Hills and Maxwell in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. M. Thomas Middle: 90. Maxwell Middle: 90. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. M. Thomas Middle and Maxwell Middle rank in California?
A. M. Thomas Middle is 1213th of 1,334 and Maxwell Middle is 694th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).