Ben Hulse Elementary vs Frank M. Wright Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ben Hulse Elementary
Imperial · Public elementary · Grades K–5
838 students
Frank M. Wright Middle
Imperial · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,116 students
| Measure | Ben Hulse Elementary Imperial, California | Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2404 of 5,693 | #435 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #30800 of 50,301 | #7910 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 838 | 1,116 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 1,116 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.7% | 54.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 41% |
| city | Imperial | Imperial |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank M. Wright Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 41.7).
- •Ben Hulse Elementary does better on math proficiency (42% vs 41%).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 54%).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.7% vs 66.7%).
- •Ben Hulse Elementary does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 22.8).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle is the larger school with 1,116 students compared with 838.
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 Ben Hulse Elementary better than Frank M. Wright Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Frank M. Wright Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 41.7 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 Ben Hulse Elementary and Frank M. Wright Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Imperial and Imperial in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ben Hulse Elementary: 838. Frank M. Wright Middle: 1,116. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ben Hulse Elementary and Frank M. Wright Middle rank in California?
Ben Hulse Elementary is 2404th of 5,693 and Frank M. Wright Middle is 435th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).