Canyon Middle vs Independent Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 810 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canyon Middle
Castro Valley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,418 students
Independent Elementary
Castro Valley · Public elementary · Grades K–5
662 students
| Measure | Canyon Middle Castro Valley, California | Independent Elementary Castro Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 64 Top 50% | 76 Top 25% |
| State rank | #258 of 1,334 | #513 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #4680 of 15,369 | #7520 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,418 | 662 |
| Enrollment | 1,418 | 662 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 40.7% | 28.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.2 | 25.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 66% | 78% |
| Math proficiency | 56% | 75% |
| city | Castro Valley | Castro Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Independent Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.7 vs 63.6).
- •Independent Elementary does better on math proficiency (75% vs 56%).
- •Independent Elementary does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 66%).
- •Independent Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.2% vs 40.7%).
- •Canyon Middle does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 25.5).
- •Canyon Middle is the larger school with 1,418 students compared with 662.
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 Canyon Middle better than Independent Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Independent Elementary ranks higher (75.7 vs 63.6 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 Canyon Middle and Independent Elementary?
About 810 m in a straight line, between Castro Valley and Castro Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canyon Middle: 1,418. Independent Elementary: 662. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canyon Middle and Independent Elementary rank in California?
Canyon Middle is 258th of 1,334 and Independent Elementary is 513th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).