Black Diamond Middle vs Dallas Ranch Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Black Diamond Middle
Antioch · Public middle · Grades 7–8
358 students
Dallas Ranch Middle
Antioch · Public middle · Grades 6–8
795 students
| Measure | Black Diamond Middle Antioch, California | Dallas Ranch Middle Antioch, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1290 of 1,334 | #1183 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15187 of 15,369 | #14781 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 358 | 795 |
| Enrollment | 358 | 795 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81% | 78.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 18% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 14% |
| city | Antioch | Antioch |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dallas Ranch Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.3 vs 8.7).
- •Dallas Ranch Middle does better on math proficiency (14% vs 8%).
- •Dallas Ranch Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 18%).
- •Dallas Ranch Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 81%).
- •Black Diamond Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.1).
- •Dallas Ranch Middle is the larger school with 795 students compared with 358.
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 Black Diamond Middle better than Dallas Ranch Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dallas Ranch Middle ranks higher (13.3 vs 8.7 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 Black Diamond Middle and Dallas Ranch Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Antioch and Antioch in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Black Diamond Middle: 358. Dallas Ranch Middle: 795. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Black Diamond Middle and Dallas Ranch Middle rank in California?
Black Diamond Middle is 1290th of 1,334 and Dallas Ranch Middle is 1183rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).