Barbara Spratling Middle vs John H. Pitman High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.0 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
John H. Pitman High
Turlock · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,986 students
| Measure | Barbara Spratling Middle Hughson, California | John H. Pitman High Turlock, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #701 of 1,334 | #614 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11709 of 15,369 | #11273 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 239 | 1,986 |
| Enrollment | 239 | 1,986 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90% | 65.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 28% |
| city | Hughson | Turlock |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John H. Pitman High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.7 vs 31.1).
- •Barbara Spratling Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 28%).
- •John H. Pitman High does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 48%).
- •John H. Pitman High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 90%).
- •Barbara Spratling Middle does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 22.3).
- •John H. Pitman High is the larger school with 1,986 students compared with 239.
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 John H. Pitman High?
On the Success Index (US), John H. Pitman High ranks higher (38.7 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 John H. Pitman High?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Hughson and Turlock in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Barbara Spratling Middle: 239. John H. Pitman High: 1,986. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Barbara Spratling Middle and John H. Pitman High rank in California?
Barbara Spratling Middle is 701st of 1,334 and John H. Pitman High is 614th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).