Abraham Lincoln Jr. High vs Valadez Middle School Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 197 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
527 students
Valadez Middle School Academy
Placentia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
527 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln Jr. High Bakersfield, California | Valadez Middle School Academy Placentia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #999 of 1,334 | #937 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13970 of 15,369 | #13598 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 527 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 527 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.4% | 95.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 25% |
| city | Bakersfield | Placentia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Valadez Middle School Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.1 vs 18.8).
- •Valadez Middle School Academy does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Valadez Middle School Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.8% vs 99.4%).
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 Abraham Lincoln Jr. High better than Valadez Middle School Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Valadez Middle School Academy ranks higher (21.1 vs 18.8 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 Abraham Lincoln Jr. High and Valadez Middle School Academy?
About 197 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Placentia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High: 527. Valadez Middle School Academy: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln Jr. High and Valadez Middle School Academy rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln Jr. High is 999th of 1,334 and Valadez Middle School Academy is 937th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).