Barbara Spratling Middle vs Fine Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 231 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Barbara Spratling Middle
Hughson · Public middle · Grades 6–8
239 students
Fine Arts Academy
Atascadero · Public middle · Grades 4–8
238 students
| Measure | Barbara Spratling Middle Hughson, California | Fine Arts Academy Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #701 of 1,334 | #354 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11709 of 15,369 | #6524 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 239 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90% | 35.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 41% |
| city | Hughson | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fine Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 31.1).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (41% vs 33%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 48%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 90%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 21.7).
- •Barbara Spratling Middle is the larger school with 239 students compared with 238.
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 Barbara Spratling Middle better than Fine Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fine Arts Academy ranks higher (55.2 vs 31.1 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 Barbara Spratling Middle and Fine Arts Academy?
About 231 km in a straight line, between Hughson and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara Spratling Middle: 239. Fine Arts Academy: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara Spratling Middle and Fine Arts Academy rank in California?
Barbara Spratling Middle is 701st of 1,334 and Fine Arts Academy is 354th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).