Brownell Middle vs South Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.1 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
South Valley Middle
Gilroy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
784 students
| Measure | Brownell Middle Gilroy, California | South Valley Middle Gilroy, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 30 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #466 of 1,334 | #727 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8350 of 15,369 | #11952 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 672 | 784 |
| Enrollment | 672 | 784 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 55.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 30% |
| city | Gilroy | Gilroy |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Brownell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 29.9).
- •Brownell Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 30%).
- •Brownell Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 38%).
- •South Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.6% vs 56.3%).
- •Brownell Middle does better on students per teacher (21.7 vs 23.8).
- •South Valley Middle is the larger school with 784 students compared with 672.
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 South Valley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Brownell Middle ranks higher (46.7 vs 29.9 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 South Valley Middle?
About 1.1 km in a straight line, between Gilroy and Gilroy in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brownell Middle: 672. South Valley Middle: 784. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brownell Middle and South Valley Middle rank in California?
Brownell Middle is 466th of 1,334 and South Valley Middle is 727th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).