Central Middle vs Lincoln Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 87 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
Riverside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
621 students
Lincoln Middle
Oceanside · Public middle · Grades 6–8
621 students
| Measure | Central Middle Riverside, California | Lincoln Middle Oceanside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1110 of 1,334 | #670 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14520 of 15,369 | #11400 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 621 | 621 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 621 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 72.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 35% |
| city | Riverside | Oceanside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lincoln Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.5 vs 15.3).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 17%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (72.3% vs 83.3%).
- •Lincoln Middle does better on students per teacher (20.7 vs 21.4).
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 Middle better than Lincoln Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lincoln Middle ranks higher (32.5 vs 15.3 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 Middle and Lincoln Middle?
About 87 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Oceanside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 621. Lincoln Middle: 621. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Lincoln Middle rank in California?
Central Middle is 1110th of 1,334 and Lincoln Middle is 670th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).