Cherokee Point Elementary vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 720 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cherokee Point Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
298 students
Wilson Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
712 students
| Measure | Cherokee Point Elementary San Diego, California | Wilson Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4620 of 5,693 | #1178 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #46104 of 50,301 | #14768 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 298 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 298 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.6% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.8 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 18% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cherokee Point Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 13.5).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 31%).
- •Cherokee Point Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.6% vs 95.6%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 24.8).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 712 students compared with 298.
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 Cherokee Point Elementary better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cherokee Point Elementary ranks higher (17.9 vs 13.5 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 Cherokee Point Elementary and Wilson Middle?
About 720 m in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cherokee Point Elementary: 298. Wilson Middle: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cherokee Point Elementary and Wilson Middle rank in California?
Cherokee Point Elementary is 4620th of 5,693 and Wilson Middle is 1178th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).