Carl Hankey Middle vs Las Flores Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carl Hankey Middle
Mission Viejo · Public middle · Grades 6–8
181 students
Las Flores Middle
Las Flores · Public middle · Grades 6–8
593 students
| Measure | Carl Hankey Middle Mission Viejo, California | Las Flores Middle Las Flores, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #191 of 1,334 | #120 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3454 of 15,369 | #2084 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 181 | 593 |
| Enrollment | 181 | 593 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.7% | 22.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.5 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 70% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 67% |
| city | Mission Viejo | Las Flores |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Las Flores Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.5 vs 69.5).
- •Las Flores Middle does better on math proficiency (67% vs 61%).
- •Las Flores Middle does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 70%).
- •Las Flores Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 49.7%).
- •Carl Hankey Middle does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 22.0).
- •Las Flores Middle is the larger school with 593 students compared with 181.
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 Carl Hankey Middle better than Las Flores Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Las Flores Middle ranks higher (76.5 vs 69.5 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 Carl Hankey Middle and Las Flores Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Mission Viejo and Las Flores in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carl Hankey Middle: 181. Las Flores Middle: 593. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carl Hankey Middle and Las Flores Middle rank in California?
Carl Hankey Middle is 191st of 1,334 and Las Flores Middle is 120th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).