Central Elementary vs Tierra Linda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
Belmont · Public elementary · Grades K–5
437 students
Tierra Linda Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Central Elementary Belmont, California | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 84 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #84 of 5,693 | #69 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3077 of 50,301 | #1478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 437 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 437 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.3% | 11.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.7 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 87% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 87% | 71% |
| city | Belmont | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (83.6 vs 80.1).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (87% vs 71%).
- •Central Elementary does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 76%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.3% vs 11.1%).
- •Tierra Linda Middle does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 25.7).
- •Tierra Linda Middle is the larger school with 451 students compared with 437.
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 Central Elementary better than Tierra Linda Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Elementary ranks higher (83.6 vs 80.1 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 Central Elementary and Tierra Linda Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between Belmont and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 437. Tierra Linda Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Tierra Linda Middle rank in California?
Central Elementary is 84th of 5,693 and Tierra Linda Middle is 69th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).