Bartlett Middle vs Central Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 329 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bartlett Middle
Porterville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
443 students
Central Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Bartlett Middle Porterville, California | Central Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1206 of 1,334 | #44 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14867 of 15,369 | #1130 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 443 | 443 |
| Enrollment | 443 | 443 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 97.1% | 8.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 83% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 78% |
| city | Porterville | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 12.3).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (78% vs 16%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 28%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 97.1%).
- •Bartlett Middle does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.3).
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 Bartlett Middle better than Central Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (82.3 vs 12.3 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 Bartlett Middle and Central Middle?
About 329 km in a straight line, between Porterville and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bartlett Middle: 443. Central Middle: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bartlett Middle and Central Middle rank in California?
Bartlett Middle is 1206th of 1,334 and Central Middle is 44th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).