Burton Middle vs Compton Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Burton Middle
Porterville · Public middle · Grades 7–8
586 students
Compton Junior High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
586 students
| Measure | Burton Middle Porterville, California | Compton Junior High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1074 of 1,334 | #1214 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14364 of 15,369 | #14889 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 586 | 586 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 586 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 85.8% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 27% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 14% |
| city | Porterville | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Burton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.4 vs 12.1).
- •Burton Middle does better on math proficiency (15% vs 14%).
- •Burton Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 27%).
- •Burton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 85.8%).
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 Burton Middle better than Compton Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Burton Middle ranks higher (16.4 vs 12.1 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 Burton Middle and Compton Junior High?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton Middle: 586. Compton Junior High: 586. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton Middle and Compton Junior High rank in California?
Burton Middle is 1074th of 1,334 and Compton Junior High is 1214th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).