August Boeger Middle vs Pajaro Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 50 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
August Boeger Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
397 students
Pajaro Middle
Watsonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
398 students
| Measure | August Boeger Middle San Jose, California | Pajaro Middle Watsonville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #861 of 1,334 | #1324 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13056 of 15,369 | #15278 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 397 | 398 |
| Enrollment | 397 | 398 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 96.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 7% |
| city | San Jose | Watsonville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •August Boeger Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 6.6).
- •August Boeger Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 7%).
- •August Boeger Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 24%).
- •August Boeger Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.9% vs 96.5%).
- •August Boeger Middle does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 22.1).
- •Pajaro Middle is the larger school with 398 students compared with 397.
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 August Boeger Middle better than Pajaro Middle?
On the Success Index (US), August Boeger Middle ranks higher (23.8 vs 6.6 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 August Boeger Middle and Pajaro Middle?
About 50 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Watsonville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
August Boeger Middle: 397. Pajaro Middle: 398. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do August Boeger Middle and Pajaro Middle rank in California?
August Boeger Middle is 861st of 1,334 and Pajaro Middle is 1324th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).