Alma Preschool vs Canyon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alma Preschool
Castro Valley · Public other
Canyon Middle
Castro Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,418 students
| Measure | Alma Preschool Castro Valley, California | Canyon Middle Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #258 of 1,334 |
| National rank | – | #4680 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | – | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | – | 1,418 |
| Enrollment | – | 1,418 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 40.7% |
| Students per teacher | – | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 66% |
| Math proficiency | – | 56% |
| city | Castro Valley | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 Alma Preschool better than Canyon Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alma Preschool and Canyon Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Castro Valley and Castro Valley in California.
How do Alma Preschool and Canyon Middle rank in California?
Alma Preschool is unranked and Canyon Middle is 258th of 1,334 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).