Bartlett Middle vs Farb Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 402 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
Farb Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
| Measure | Bartlett Middle Porterville, California | Farb Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1206 of 1,334 | #492 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14867 of 15,369 | #8844 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% | 67.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 33% |
| city | Porterville | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Farb Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 12.3).
- •Farb Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 16%).
- •Farb Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 28%).
- •Farb Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.7% vs 97.1%).
- •Farb Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 18.5).
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 Farb Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Farb Middle ranks higher (44.4 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 Farb Middle?
About 402 km in a straight line, between Porterville and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bartlett Middle: 443. Farb Middle: 443. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bartlett Middle and Farb Middle rank in California?
Bartlett Middle is 1206th of 1,334 and Farb Middle is 492nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).