Acacia Middle vs North Mountain Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Acacia Middle
Hemet · Public middle · Grades 6–8
958 students
North Mountain Middle
San Jacinto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
953 students
| Measure | Acacia Middle Hemet, California | North Mountain Middle San Jacinto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1282 of 1,334 | #1176 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15169 of 15,369 | #14765 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 958 | 953 |
| Enrollment | 958 | 953 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.8% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | Hemet | San Jacinto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Mountain Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.5 vs 9.0).
- •North Mountain Middle does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •North Mountain Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 28%).
- •North Mountain Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.4% vs 94.8%).
- •North Mountain Middle does better on students per teacher (19.4 vs 22.3).
- •Acacia Middle is the larger school with 958 students compared with 953.
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 Acacia Middle better than North Mountain Middle?
On the Success Index (US), North Mountain Middle ranks higher (13.5 vs 9.0 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 Acacia Middle and North Mountain Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Hemet and San Jacinto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Acacia Middle: 958. North Mountain Middle: 953. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Acacia Middle and North Mountain Middle rank in California?
Acacia Middle is 1282nd of 1,334 and North Mountain Middle is 1176th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).