Abraham Lincoln Middle vs Walter Stiern Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 147 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Abraham Lincoln Middle
Selma · Public middle · Grades 7–8
892 students
Walter Stiern Middle
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
891 students
| Measure | Abraham Lincoln Middle Selma, California | Walter Stiern Middle Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #976 of 1,334 | #1093 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13810 of 15,369 | #14445 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 892 | 891 |
| Enrollment | 892 | 891 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.5% | 81.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 18% |
| city | Selma | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Abraham Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.8 vs 16.0).
- •Walter Stiern Middle does better on math proficiency (18% vs 17%).
- •Abraham Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •Walter Stiern Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 93.5%).
- •Abraham Lincoln Middle does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 21.7).
- •Abraham Lincoln Middle is the larger school with 892 students compared with 891.
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 Middle better than Walter Stiern Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Abraham Lincoln Middle ranks higher (19.8 vs 16.0 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 Middle and Walter Stiern Middle?
About 147 km in a straight line, between Selma and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Abraham Lincoln Middle: 892. Walter Stiern Middle: 891. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Abraham Lincoln Middle and Walter Stiern Middle rank in California?
Abraham Lincoln Middle is 976th of 1,334 and Walter Stiern Middle is 1093rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).