Buena Vista Middle vs San Benancio Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 6.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Buena Vista Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
321 students
San Benancio Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
261 students
| Measure | Buena Vista Middle Salinas, California | San Benancio Middle Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 72 Top 25% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #163 of 1,334 | #125 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2996 of 15,369 | #2214 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 321 | 261 |
| Enrollment | 321 | 261 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 17.4% | 10.3% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 57% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •San Benancio Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.9 vs 71.6).
- •San Benancio Middle does better on math proficiency (57% vs 50%).
- •San Benancio Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 70%).
- •San Benancio Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.3% vs 17.4%).
- •Buena Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.8).
- •Buena Vista Middle is the larger school with 321 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 Buena Vista Middle better than San Benancio Middle?
On the Success Index (US), San Benancio Middle ranks higher (75.9 vs 71.6 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 Buena Vista Middle and San Benancio Middle?
About 6.9 km in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Buena Vista Middle: 321. San Benancio Middle: 261. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Buena Vista Middle and San Benancio Middle rank in California?
Buena Vista Middle is 163rd of 1,334 and San Benancio Middle is 125th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).