Baechtel Grove Middle vs Brookside Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Baechtel Grove Middle
Willits · Public middle · Grades 6–8
331 students
Brookside Elementary
Willits · Public elementary · Grades K–2
350 students
| Measure | Baechtel Grove Middle Willits, California | Brookside Elementary Willits, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,334 | #3533 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13686 of 15,369 | #40067 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 331 | 350 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 350 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Willits | Willits |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brookside Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.5 vs 20.5).
- •Baechtel Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 72%).
- •Baechtel Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 20.6).
- •Brookside Elementary is the larger school with 350 students compared with 331.
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 Baechtel Grove Middle better than Brookside Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Brookside Elementary ranks higher (27.5 vs 20.5 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 Baechtel Grove Middle and Brookside Elementary?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Willits and Willits in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baechtel Grove Middle: 331. Brookside Elementary: 350. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baechtel Grove Middle and Brookside Elementary rank in California?
Baechtel Grove Middle is 953rd of 1,334 and Brookside Elementary is 3533rd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).