Cameron Ranch Elementary vs John Barrett Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cameron Ranch Elementary
Carmichael · Public elementary · Grades K–5
406 students
John Barrett Middle
Carmichael · Public middle · Grades 6–8
802 students
| Measure | Cameron Ranch Elementary Carmichael, California | John Barrett Middle Carmichael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5388 of 5,693 | #709 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #49138 of 50,301 | #11789 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 406 | 802 |
| Enrollment | 406 | 802 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80% | 55% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 28% |
| city | Carmichael | Carmichael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Barrett Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (30.7 vs 11.1).
- •John Barrett Middle does better on math proficiency (28% vs 12%).
- •John Barrett Middle does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 22%).
- •John Barrett Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55% vs 80%).
- •Cameron Ranch Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 24.3).
- •John Barrett Middle is the larger school with 802 students compared with 406.
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 Cameron Ranch Elementary better than John Barrett Middle?
On the Success Index (US), John Barrett Middle ranks higher (30.7 vs 11.1 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 Cameron Ranch Elementary and John Barrett Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Carmichael and Carmichael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cameron Ranch Elementary: 406. John Barrett Middle: 802. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cameron Ranch Elementary and John Barrett Middle rank in California?
Cameron Ranch Elementary is 5388th of 5,693 and John Barrett Middle is 709th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).