C. E. Utt Middle vs Columbus Tustin Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C. E. Utt Middle
Tustin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
554 students
Columbus Tustin Middle
Tustin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | C. E. Utt Middle Tustin, California | Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #638 of 1,334 | #647 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11039 of 15,369 | #11146 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 554 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 554 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.1% | 85.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.1 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 34% | 35% |
| city | Tustin | Tustin |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (34.1 vs 33.7).
- •Columbus Tustin Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 34%).
- •C. E. Utt Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.1% vs 85.6%).
- •C. E. Utt Middle does better on students per teacher (23.1 vs 24.3).
- •Columbus Tustin Middle is the larger school with 583 students compared with 554.
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 C. E. Utt Middle better than Columbus Tustin Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are C. E. Utt Middle and Columbus Tustin Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between Tustin and Tustin in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C. E. Utt Middle: 554. Columbus Tustin Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C. E. Utt Middle and Columbus Tustin Middle rank in California?
C. E. Utt Middle is 638th of 1,334 and Columbus Tustin Middle is 647th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).