Brownell Middle vs Natomas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 184 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brownell Middle
Gilroy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
672 students
Natomas Middle
Sacramento · Public middle · Grades 6–8
672 students
| Measure | Brownell Middle Gilroy, California | Natomas Middle Sacramento, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #466 of 1,334 | #1147 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8350 of 15,369 | #14627 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 672 | 672 |
| Enrollment | 672 | 672 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 81.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 17% |
| city | Gilroy | Sacramento |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brownell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 14.6).
- •Brownell Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 17%).
- •Brownell Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 28%).
- •Brownell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 81.3%).
- •Natomas Middle does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 21.7).
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 Brownell Middle better than Natomas Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Brownell Middle ranks higher (46.7 vs 14.6 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 Brownell Middle and Natomas Middle?
About 184 km in a straight line, between Gilroy and Sacramento in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brownell Middle: 672. Natomas Middle: 672. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brownell Middle and Natomas Middle rank in California?
Brownell Middle is 466th of 1,334 and Natomas Middle is 1147th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).