A. M. Thomas Middle vs Monument Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 666 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
Monument Middle
Rio Dell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
91 students
| Measure | A. M. Thomas Middle Lost Hills, California | Monument Middle Rio Dell, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1213 of 1,334 | #771 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14888 of 15,369 | #12358 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 90 | 91 |
| Enrollment | 90 | 91 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.7% | 65.9% |
| Students per teacher | 30.0 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 7.5% | 22% |
| city | Lost Hills | Rio Dell |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Monument Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.7 vs 12.1).
- •Monument Middle does better on math proficiency (22% vs 7.5%).
- •Monument Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Monument Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 96.7%).
- •Monument Middle does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 30.0).
- •Monument Middle is the larger school with 91 students compared with 90.
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 Monument Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Monument Middle ranks higher (27.7 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 Monument Middle?
About 666 km in a straight line, between Lost Hills and Rio Dell in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
A. M. Thomas Middle: 90. Monument Middle: 91. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do A. M. Thomas Middle and Monument Middle rank in California?
A. M. Thomas Middle is 1213th of 1,334 and Monument Middle is 771st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).