Alder Middle vs Earl Warren Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 205 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alder Middle
Fontana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
964 students
Earl Warren Junior High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
965 students
| Measure | Alder Middle Fontana, California | Earl Warren Junior High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1034 of 1,334 | #421 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14155 of 15,369 | #7663 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 964 | 965 |
| Enrollment | 964 | 965 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.1% | 59.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 42% |
| city | Fontana | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Earl Warren Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.9 vs 17.6).
- •Earl Warren Junior High does better on math proficiency (42% vs 20%).
- •Earl Warren Junior High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 39%).
- •Earl Warren Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.4% vs 92.1%).
- •Earl Warren Junior High does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.0).
- •Earl Warren Junior High is the larger school with 965 students compared with 964.
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 Alder Middle better than Earl Warren Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Earl Warren Junior High ranks higher (49.9 vs 17.6 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 Alder Middle and Earl Warren Junior High?
About 205 km in a straight line, between Fontana and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alder Middle: 964. Earl Warren Junior High: 965. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alder Middle and Earl Warren Junior High rank in California?
Alder Middle is 1034th of 1,334 and Earl Warren Junior High is 421st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).