Chaparral Middle vs Mesa Verde Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chaparral Middle
Moorpark · Public middle · Grades 6–8
542 students
Mesa Verde Middle
Moorpark · Public middle · Grades 6–8
574 students
| Measure | Chaparral Middle Moorpark, California | Mesa Verde Middle Moorpark, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #460 of 1,334 | #317 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8247 of 15,369 | #5660 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 542 | 574 |
| Enrollment | 542 | 574 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.9% | 32.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 26.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 48% |
| city | Moorpark | Moorpark |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesa Verde Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.2 vs 47.2).
- •Mesa Verde Middle does better on math proficiency (48% vs 35%).
- •Mesa Verde Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 55%).
- •Mesa Verde Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.1% vs 41.9%).
- •Chaparral Middle does better on students per teacher (22.6 vs 26.1).
- •Mesa Verde Middle is the larger school with 574 students compared with 542.
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 Middle better than Mesa Verde Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mesa Verde Middle ranks higher (59.2 vs 47.2 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 Middle and Mesa Verde Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Moorpark and Moorpark in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chaparral Middle: 542. Mesa Verde Middle: 574. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chaparral Middle and Mesa Verde Middle rank in California?
Chaparral Middle is 460th of 1,334 and Mesa Verde Middle is 317th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).