BP STEM Academy vs Newton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
BP STEM Academy
Baldwin Park · Public middle · Grades 3–8
565 students
Newton Middle
Hacienda Heights · Public middle · Grades 6–8
565 students
| Measure | BP STEM Academy Baldwin Park, California | Newton Middle Hacienda Heights, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #889 of 1,334 | #542 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13298 of 15,369 | #9518 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 3–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 565 | 565 |
| Enrollment | 565 | 565 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.3% | 67.4% |
| Students per teacher | 17.7 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 25% | 35% |
| city | Baldwin Park | Hacienda Heights |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Newton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 22.6).
- •Newton Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 25%).
- •Newton Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Newton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (67.4% vs 88.3%).
- •BP STEM Academy does better on students per teacher (17.7 vs 23.5).
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 BP STEM Academy better than Newton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Newton Middle ranks higher (41.4 vs 22.6 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 BP STEM Academy and Newton Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Baldwin Park and Hacienda Heights in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
BP STEM Academy: 565. Newton Middle: 565. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do BP STEM Academy and Newton Middle rank in California?
BP STEM Academy is 889th of 1,334 and Newton Middle is 542nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).