Cardozo Middle vs Rivera Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 490 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cardozo Middle
Riverbank · Public middle · Grades 6–8
544 students
Rivera Middle
Pico Rivera · Public middle · Grades 6–8
544 students
| Measure | Cardozo Middle Riverbank, California | Rivera Middle Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #898 of 1,334 | #1099 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13372 of 15,369 | #14466 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 544 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 544 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.5% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 20.1 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 22% |
| city | Riverbank | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cardozo Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.2 vs 15.8).
- •Cardozo Middle does better on math proficiency (26% vs 22%).
- •Cardozo Middle does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Cardozo Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.5% vs 86.9%).
- •Cardozo Middle does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 22.7).
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 Cardozo Middle better than Rivera Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cardozo Middle ranks higher (22.2 vs 15.8 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 Cardozo Middle and Rivera Middle?
About 490 km in a straight line, between Riverbank and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cardozo Middle: 544. Rivera Middle: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cardozo Middle and Rivera Middle rank in California?
Cardozo Middle is 898th of 1,334 and Rivera Middle is 1099th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).