Castle Park Middle vs Wangenheim Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Castle Park Middle
Chula Vista · Public middle · Grades 7–8
703 students
Wangenheim Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
703 students
| Measure | Castle Park Middle Chula Vista, California | Wangenheim Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #686 of 1,334 | #437 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11564 of 15,369 | #7930 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 703 | 703 |
| Enrollment | 703 | 703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.3% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.5 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 47% |
| city | Chula Vista | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wangenheim Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 31.7).
- •Wangenheim Middle does better on math proficiency (47% vs 30%).
- •Wangenheim Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Castle Park Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.3% vs 67.6%).
- •Castle Park Middle does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 25.1).
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 Castle Park Middle better than Wangenheim Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wangenheim Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 31.7 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 Castle Park Middle and Wangenheim Middle?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Chula Vista and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Castle Park Middle: 703. Wangenheim Middle: 703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Castle Park Middle and Wangenheim Middle rank in California?
Castle Park Middle is 686th of 1,334 and Wangenheim Middle is 437th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).