Central Middle vs Tierra Linda Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
443 students
Tierra Linda Middle
San Carlos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Central Middle San Carlos, California | Tierra Linda Middle San Carlos, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 82 Top 10% | 80 Top 10% |
| State rank | #44 of 1,334 | #69 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1130 of 15,369 | #1478 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 443 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 443 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 8.6% | 11.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 20.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 83% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 78% | 71% |
| city | San Carlos | San Carlos |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.3 vs 80.1).
- •Central Middle does better on math proficiency (78% vs 71%).
- •Central Middle does better on reading proficiency (83% vs 76%).
- •Central Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.6% vs 11.1%).
- •Tierra Linda Middle does better on students per teacher (20.5 vs 23.3).
- •Tierra Linda Middle is the larger school with 451 students compared with 443.
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 Tierra Linda Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Central Middle ranks higher (82.3 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 Middle and Tierra Linda Middle?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between San Carlos and San Carlos in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Middle: 443. Tierra Linda Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Middle and Tierra Linda Middle rank in California?
Central Middle is 44th of 1,334 and Tierra Linda Middle is 69th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).