Charles Maclay Middle vs Fine Arts Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 247 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Charles Maclay Middle
Pacoima · Public middle · Grades 6–8
238 students
Fine Arts Academy
Atascadero · Public middle · Grades 4–8
238 students
| Measure | Charles Maclay Middle Pacoima, California | Fine Arts Academy Atascadero, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 16 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1094 of 1,334 | #354 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14448 of 15,369 | #6524 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 238 | 238 |
| Enrollment | 238 | 238 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 35.3% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 21.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 41% |
| city | Pacoima | Atascadero |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fine Arts Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.2 vs 15.9).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on math proficiency (41% vs 14%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 23%).
- •Fine Arts Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.3% vs 98.3%).
- •Charles Maclay Middle does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 21.6).
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 Maclay Middle better than Fine Arts Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Fine Arts Academy ranks higher (55.2 vs 15.9 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 Maclay Middle and Fine Arts Academy?
About 247 km in a straight line, between Pacoima and Atascadero in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Charles Maclay Middle: 238. Fine Arts Academy: 238. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Charles Maclay Middle and Fine Arts Academy rank in California?
Charles Maclay Middle is 1094th of 1,334 and Fine Arts Academy is 354th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).