Central Elementary vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 58 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
497 students
Wilson Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
712 students
| Measure | Central Elementary San Diego, California | Wilson Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #5291 of 5,693 | #1178 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #48794 of 50,301 | #14768 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 497 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 497 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 27% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 18% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Wilson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.5 vs 12.2).
- •Central Elementary does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 27%).
- •Central Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (95.2% vs 95.6%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.6).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 712 students compared with 497.
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 Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Wilson Middle ranks higher (13.5 vs 12.2 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 Wilson Middle?
About 58 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Elementary: 497. Wilson Middle: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Elementary and Wilson Middle rank in California?
Central Elementary is 5291st of 5,693 and Wilson Middle is 1178th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).