Baechtel Grove Middle vs Rio Linda Preparatory Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 183 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
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy
Rio Linda · Public middle · Grades 7–8
331 students
| Measure | Baechtel Grove Middle Willits, California | Rio Linda Preparatory Academy Rio Linda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 21 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #953 of 1,334 | #1060 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13686 of 15,369 | #14292 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 331 | 331 |
| Enrollment | 331 | 331 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.4% | 88.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 22% |
| city | Willits | Rio Linda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Baechtel Grove Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.5 vs 16.9).
- •Rio Linda Preparatory Academy does better on math proficiency (22% vs 18%).
- •Rio Linda Preparatory Academy does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •Baechtel Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.4% vs 88.2%).
- •Baechtel Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 20.7).
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 Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Baechtel Grove Middle ranks higher (20.5 vs 16.9 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 Baechtel Grove Middle and Rio Linda Preparatory Academy?
About 183 km in a straight line, between Willits and Rio Linda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Baechtel Grove Middle: 331. Rio Linda Preparatory Academy: 331. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Baechtel Grove Middle and Rio Linda Preparatory Academy rank in California?
Baechtel Grove Middle is 953rd of 1,334 and Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is 1060th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).