Chaparral High vs James L. Day Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral High
Temecula · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,136 students
James L. Day Middle
Temecula · Public middle · Grades 6–8
932 students
| Measure | Chaparral High Temecula, California | James L. Day Middle Temecula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 60 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #243 of 1,343 | #291 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #5737 of 16,910 | #5180 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 3,136 | 932 |
| Enrollment | 3,136 | 932 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 42% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 51% |
| city | Temecula | Temecula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James L. Day Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.3 vs 60.2).
- •James L. Day Middle does better on math proficiency (51% vs 50%).
- •Chaparral High does better on reading proficiency (74% vs 67%).
- •Chaparral High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.4% vs 42%).
- •James L. Day Middle does better on students per teacher (23.3 vs 26.4).
- •Chaparral High is the larger school with 3,136 students compared with 932.
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 Chaparral High better than James L. Day Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James L. Day Middle ranks higher (61.3 vs 60.2 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 Chaparral High and James L. Day Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Temecula and Temecula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral High: 3,136. James L. Day Middle: 932. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral High and James L. Day Middle rank in California?
Chaparral High is 243rd of 1,343 and James L. Day Middle is 291st of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).