Arroyo Grande High vs Mesa Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo Grande High
Arroyo Grande · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,012 students
Mesa Middle
Arroyo Grande · Public middle · Grades 7–8
474 students
| Measure | Arroyo Grande High Arroyo Grande, California | Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #510 of 1,343 | #704 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #10141 of 16,910 | #11716 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,012 | 474 |
| Enrollment | 2,012 | 474 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.2% | 73.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 31% |
| city | Arroyo Grande | Arroyo Grande |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arroyo Grande High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.2 vs 31.1).
- •Arroyo Grande High does better on math proficiency (34% vs 31%).
- •Arroyo Grande High does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 45%).
- •Arroyo Grande High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.2% vs 73.8%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.2).
- •Arroyo Grande High is the larger school with 2,012 students compared with 474.
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 Arroyo Grande High better than Mesa Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Arroyo Grande High ranks higher (43.2 vs 31.1 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 Arroyo Grande High and Mesa Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Arroyo Grande and Arroyo Grande in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo Grande High: 2,012. Mesa Middle: 474. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo Grande High and Mesa Middle rank in California?
Arroyo Grande High is 510th of 1,343 and Mesa Middle is 704th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).