Alexander Fleming Middle vs Dartmouth Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 127 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alexander Fleming Middle
Lomita · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,110 students
Dartmouth Middle
Hemet · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,113 students
| Measure | Alexander Fleming Middle Lomita, California | Dartmouth Middle Hemet, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #705 of 1,334 | #952 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11743 of 15,369 | #13668 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,110 | 1,113 |
| Enrollment | 1,110 | 1,113 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.8% | 87.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 23% |
| city | Lomita | Hemet |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alexander Fleming Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.9 vs 20.6).
- •Alexander Fleming Middle does better on math proficiency (34% vs 23%).
- •Alexander Fleming Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 41%).
- •Dartmouth Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.2% vs 88.8%).
- •Alexander Fleming Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 24.7).
- •Dartmouth Middle is the larger school with 1,113 students compared with 1,110.
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 Alexander Fleming Middle better than Dartmouth Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Alexander Fleming Middle ranks higher (30.9 vs 20.6 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 Alexander Fleming Middle and Dartmouth Middle?
About 127 km in a straight line, between Lomita and Hemet in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alexander Fleming Middle: 1,110. Dartmouth Middle: 1,113. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alexander Fleming Middle and Dartmouth Middle rank in California?
Alexander Fleming Middle is 705th of 1,334 and Dartmouth Middle is 952nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).