Burns Valley vs Obsidian Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 3.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burns Valley
Clearlake · Public elementary · Grades K–7
568 students
Obsidian Middle
Clearlake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
590 students
| Measure | Burns Valley Clearlake, California | Obsidian Middle Clearlake, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4704 of 5,693 | #1001 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #46519 of 50,301 | #13977 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–7 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 568 | 590 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 590 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 24.7 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | – |
| Math proficiency | 24% | – |
| city | Clearlake | Clearlake |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Obsidian Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 17.1).
- •Obsidian Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 82.2%).
- •Obsidian Middle does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 24.7).
- •Obsidian Middle is the larger school with 590 students compared with 568.
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 Burns Valley better than Obsidian Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Obsidian Middle ranks higher (18.8 vs 17.1 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 Burns Valley and Obsidian Middle?
About 3.8 km in a straight line, between Clearlake and Clearlake in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burns Valley: 568. Obsidian Middle: 590. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burns Valley and Obsidian Middle rank in California?
Burns Valley is 4704th of 5,693 and Obsidian Middle is 1001st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).