Central Elementary vs National City Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 772 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
National City · Public elementary · Grades K–6
477 students
National City Middle
National City · Public middle · Grades 7–8
709 students
| Measure | Central Elementary National City, California | National City Middle National City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3871 of 5,693 | #858 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #42162 of 50,301 | #13002 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 477 | 709 |
| Enrollment | 477 | 709 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91% | 79.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.9 | 26.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| city | National City | National City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (24.2 vs 24.2).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •National City Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.4% vs 91%).
- •Central Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.9 vs 26.3).
- •National City Middle is the larger school with 709 students compared with 477.
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 National City 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 Central Elementary and National City Middle?
About 772 m in a straight line, between National City and National City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 477. National City Middle: 709. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and National City Middle rank in California?
Central Elementary is 3871st of 5,693 and National City Middle is 858th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).