Central Middle vs Longfellow Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.5 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
Longfellow Elementary
Riverside · Public elementary · Grades K–6
701 students
| Measure | Central Middle Riverside, California | Longfellow Elementary Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1110 of 1,334 | #3924 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14520 of 15,369 | #42442 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 621 | 701 |
| Enrollment | 621 | 701 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.3% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 23.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 29% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Longfellow Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.8 vs 15.3).
- •Longfellow Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 17%).
- •Longfellow Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 32%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.3% vs 93%).
- •Central Middle does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 23.4).
- •Longfellow Elementary is the larger school with 701 students compared with 621.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Middle better than Longfellow Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Longfellow Elementary ranks higher (23.8 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 Longfellow Elementary?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 621. Longfellow Elementary: 701. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Longfellow Elementary rank in California?
Central Middle is 1110th of 1,334 and Longfellow Elementary is 3924th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).