Arroyo vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 131 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arroyo
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
290 students
Central Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Arroyo San Carlos, California | Central Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 79 Top 25% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #337 of 5,693 | #44 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #5585 of 50,301 | #1130 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 290 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 290 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.7% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 76% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 78% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 78.9).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (78% vs 73%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 76%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 9.7%).
- •Arroyo does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.3).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 443 students compared with 290.
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 better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (82.3 vs 78.9 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 and Central Middle?
About 131 m in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arroyo: 290. Central Middle: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arroyo and Central Middle rank in California?
Arroyo is 337th of 5,693 and Central Middle is 44th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).