Benjamin Franklin Intermediate vs Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate
Colma · Public middle · Grades 6–8
497 students
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
Daly City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
558 students
| Measure | Benjamin Franklin Intermediate Colma, California | Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #588 of 1,334 | #578 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #10155 of 15,369 | #10010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 497 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48.3% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 31% |
| city | Colma | Daly City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (38.5 vs 39.2).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 26%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 46%).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.2% vs 48.3%).
- •Benjamin Franklin Intermediate does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 20.7).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is the larger school with 558 students compared with 497.
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 Benjamin Franklin Intermediate better than Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Benjamin Franklin Intermediate and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Colma and Daly City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate: 497. Thomas R. Pollicita Middle: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Franklin Intermediate and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle rank in California?
Benjamin Franklin Intermediate is 588th of 1,334 and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is 578th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).