Branch Elementary vs Paulding Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Branch Elementary
Arroyo Grande · Public elementary · Grades K–6
261 students
Paulding Middle
Arroyo Grande · Public middle · Grades 7–8
544 students
| Measure | Branch Elementary Arroyo Grande, California | Paulding Middle Arroyo Grande, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1220 of 5,693 | #361 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #16297 of 50,301 | #6625 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 261 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 261 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 35.2% | 45.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 43% |
| city | Arroyo Grande | Arroyo Grande |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Branch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 54.7).
- •Branch Elementary does better on math proficiency (52% vs 43%).
- •Branch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 61%).
- •Branch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 45.8%).
- •Paulding Middle does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 21.8).
- •Paulding Middle is the larger school with 544 students compared with 261.
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 Branch Elementary better than Paulding Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Branch Elementary ranks higher (62.7 vs 54.7 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 Branch Elementary and Paulding Middle?
About 4.3 km in a straight line, between Arroyo Grande and Arroyo Grande in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Branch Elementary: 261. Paulding Middle: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Branch Elementary and Paulding Middle rank in California?
Branch Elementary is 1220th of 5,693 and Paulding Middle is 361st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).