Berendo Middle vs Magnolia Avenue Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 855 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Berendo Middle
Los Angeles Β· Public middle Β· Grades 6β8
552 students
Magnolia Avenue Elementary
Los Angeles Β· Public elementary Β· Grades Kβ5
545 students
| Measure | Berendo Middle Los Angeles, California | Magnolia Avenue Elementary Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1202 of 1,334 | #5359 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14851 of 15,369 | #49029 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6β8 | Grades Kβ5 |
| Students | 552 | 545 |
| Enrollment | 552 | 545 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.6% | 99.8% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 21.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 24% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 26% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | β | β |
The verdict
- β’Berendo Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (12.5 vs 11.5).
- β’Magnolia Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (26% vs 11%).
- β’Magnolia Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (27% vs 24%).
- β’Berendo Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (96.6% vs 99.8%).
- β’Berendo Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 21.0).
- β’Berendo Middle is the larger school with 552 students compared with 545.
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 Berendo Middle better than Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Berendo Middle ranks higher (12.5 vs 11.5 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 Berendo Middle and Magnolia Avenue Elementary?
About 855 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Berendo Middle: 552. Magnolia Avenue Elementary: 545. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Berendo Middle and Magnolia Avenue Elementary rank in California?
Berendo Middle is 1202nd of 1,334 and Magnolia Avenue Elementary is 5359th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).