Arundel Elementary vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arundel Elementary
San Carlos · Public elementary · Grades K–3
388 students
Central Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Arundel Elementary San Carlos, California | Central Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #228 of 5,693 | #44 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4466 of 50,301 | #1130 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–3 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 388 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 388 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 11.3% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 82% | 78% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 80.9).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on math proficiency (82% vs 78%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 77%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 11.3%).
- •Arundel Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.8 vs 23.3).
- •Central Middle is the larger school with 443 students compared with 388.
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 Arundel Elementary better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (82.3 vs 80.9 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 Arundel Elementary and Central Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arundel Elementary: 388. Central Middle: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arundel Elementary and Central Middle rank in California?
Arundel Elementary is 228th of 5,693 and Central Middle is 44th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).