Bridges Preparatory Academy vs Forestville Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 660 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bridges Preparatory Academy
Compton · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
151 students
Forestville Academy
Forestville · Charter middle · Grades 2–8
152 students
| Measure | Bridges Preparatory Academy Compton, California | Forestville Academy Forestville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #958 of 1,334 | #487 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13707 of 15,369 | #8737 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 2–8 |
| Students | 151 | 152 |
| Enrollment | 151 | 152 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.1% | 40.1% |
| Students per teacher | 30.2 | 15.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 37% |
| Math proficiency | – | 37% |
| city | Compton | Forestville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forestville Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.9 vs 20.4).
- •Forestville Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.1% vs 88.1%).
- •Forestville Academy does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 30.2).
- •Forestville Academy is the larger school with 152 students compared with 151.
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 Bridges Preparatory Academy better than Forestville Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Forestville Academy ranks higher (44.9 vs 20.4 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 Bridges Preparatory Academy and Forestville Academy?
About 660 km in a straight line, between Compton and Forestville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bridges Preparatory Academy: 151. Forestville Academy: 152. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bridges Preparatory Academy and Forestville Academy rank in California?
Bridges Preparatory Academy is 958th of 1,334 and Forestville Academy is 487th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).