Carlmont High vs Tierra Linda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 330 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Carlmont High
Belmont · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,360 students
Tierra Linda Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Carlmont High Belmont, California | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 80 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #18 of 1,343 | #69 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1202 of 16,910 | #1478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,360 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 2,360 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 9.3% | 11.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 71% |
| city | Belmont | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (80.4 vs 80.1).
- •Carlmont High does better on math proficiency (73% vs 71%).
- •Carlmont High does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 76%).
- •Carlmont High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (9.3% vs 11.1%).
- •Carlmont High does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 20.5).
- •Carlmont High is the larger school with 2,360 students compared with 451.
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 Carlmont High better than Tierra Linda 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 Carlmont High and Tierra Linda Middle?
About 330 m in a straight line, between Belmont and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Carlmont High: 2,360. Tierra Linda Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Carlmont High and Tierra Linda Middle rank in California?
Carlmont High is 18th of 1,343 and Tierra Linda Middle is 69th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).