Anthony W. Ochoa Middle vs Joan MacQueen Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 722 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle
Hayward · Public middle · Grades 7–8
405 students
Joan MacQueen Middle
Alpine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
405 students
| Measure | Anthony W. Ochoa Middle Hayward, California | Joan MacQueen Middle Alpine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #761 of 1,334 | #391 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12293 of 15,369 | #7189 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 405 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 405 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 36% |
| city | Hayward | Alpine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joan MacQueen Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.0 vs 28.0).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle does better on math proficiency (36% vs 33%).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 39%).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.8% vs 76%).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 20.3).
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 Anthony W. Ochoa Middle better than Joan MacQueen Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Joan MacQueen Middle ranks higher (52.0 vs 28.0 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 Anthony W. Ochoa Middle and Joan MacQueen Middle?
About 722 km in a straight line, between Hayward and Alpine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle: 405. Joan MacQueen Middle: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anthony W. Ochoa Middle and Joan MacQueen Middle rank in California?
Anthony W. Ochoa Middle is 761st of 1,334 and Joan MacQueen Middle is 391st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).