Charles D. Jones Middle vs Sycamore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 675 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles D. Jones Middle
Baldwin Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
423 students
Sycamore Middle
Gridley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
423 students
| Measure | Charles D. Jones Middle Baldwin Park, California | Sycamore Middle Gridley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #918 of 1,334 | #640 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13506 of 15,369 | #11067 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 423 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.7% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 33% |
| city | Baldwin Park | Gridley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 21.6).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 18%).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 40%).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 95.7%).
- •Charles D. Jones Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 21.2).
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 Charles D. Jones Middle better than Sycamore Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Middle ranks higher (34.1 vs 21.6 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 Charles D. Jones Middle and Sycamore Middle?
About 675 km in a straight line, between Baldwin Park and Gridley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles D. Jones Middle: 423. Sycamore Middle: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles D. Jones Middle and Sycamore Middle rank in California?
Charles D. Jones Middle is 918th of 1,334 and Sycamore Middle is 640th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).