Avenal Elementary vs Reef-Sunset Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 801 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Avenal Elementary
Avenal · Public elementary · Grades K–5
654 students
Reef-Sunset Middle
Avenal · Public middle · Grades 6–8
554 students
| Measure | Avenal Elementary Avenal, California | Reef-Sunset Middle Avenal, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5485 of 5,693 | #1277 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49499 of 50,301 | #15141 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 654 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 654 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 14% |
| city | Avenal | Avenal |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (9.8 vs 9.4).
- •Avenal Elementary does better on math proficiency (19% vs 14%).
- •Reef-Sunset Middle does better on reading proficiency (26% vs 23%).
- •Avenal Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.6% vs 95.5%).
- •Reef-Sunset Middle does better on students per teacher (21.3 vs 21.8).
- •Avenal Elementary is the larger school with 654 students compared with 554.
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 Avenal Elementary better than Reef-Sunset Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Avenal Elementary and Reef-Sunset Middle?
About 801 m in a straight line, between Avenal and Avenal in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Avenal Elementary: 654. Reef-Sunset Middle: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Avenal Elementary and Reef-Sunset Middle rank in California?
Avenal Elementary is 5485th of 5,693 and Reef-Sunset Middle is 1277th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).