Arcadia High vs First Avenue Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcadia High
Arcadia · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,939 students
First Avenue Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
| Measure | Arcadia High Arcadia, California | First Avenue Middle Arcadia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #115 of 1,343 | #128 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3363 of 16,910 | #2260 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,939 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 2,939 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 25.5% | 32.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 24.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 79% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 74% |
| city | Arcadia | Arcadia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •First Avenue Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 69.7).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 66%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 73%).
- •Arcadia High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (25.5% vs 32.7%).
- •Arcadia High is the larger school with 2,939 students compared with 771.
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 Arcadia High better than First Avenue Middle?
On the Success Index (US), First Avenue Middle ranks higher (75.5 vs 69.7 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 Arcadia High and First Avenue Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Arcadia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcadia High: 2,939. First Avenue Middle: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcadia High and First Avenue Middle rank in California?
Arcadia High is 115th of 1,343 and First Avenue Middle is 128th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).