Burton Middle vs Jim Maples Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.0 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
Jim Maples Academy
Porterville · Public elementary · Grades K–6
466 students
| Measure | Burton Middle Porterville, California | Jim Maples Academy Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1074 of 1,334 | #4477 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14364 of 15,369 | #45351 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 586 | 466 |
| Enrollment | 586 | 466 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 88.6% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| city | Porterville | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jim Maples Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.2 vs 16.4).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on math proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Jim Maples Academy does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 35%).
- •Burton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 88.6%).
- •Burton Middle does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 24.5).
- •Burton Middle is the larger school with 586 students compared with 466.
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 Jim Maples Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Jim Maples Academy ranks higher (19.2 vs 16.4 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 Jim Maples Academy?
About 2.0 km in a straight line, between Porterville and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burton Middle: 586. Jim Maples Academy: 466. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burton Middle and Jim Maples Academy rank in California?
Burton Middle is 1074th of 1,334 and Jim Maples Academy is 4477th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).