Chico Junior High vs El Dorado Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 196 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Chico Junior High
Chico · Public middle · Grades 6–8
861 students
El Dorado Middle
Concord · Public middle · Grades 6–8
861 students
| Measure | Chico Junior High Chico, California | El Dorado Middle Concord, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #520 of 1,334 | #1229 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #9201 of 15,369 | #14955 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 861 | 861 |
| Enrollment | 861 | 861 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 63.9% | 75.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 40% | 12% |
| city | Chico | Concord |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Chico Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.8 vs 11.5).
- •Chico Junior High does better on math proficiency (40% vs 12%).
- •Chico Junior High does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 24%).
- •Chico Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.9% vs 75.4%).
- •Chico Junior High does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 23.9).
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 Chico Junior High better than El Dorado Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Chico Junior High ranks higher (42.8 vs 11.5 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 Chico Junior High and El Dorado Middle?
About 196 km in a straight line, between Chico and Concord in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chico Junior High: 861. El Dorado Middle: 861. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chico Junior High and El Dorado Middle rank in California?
Chico Junior High is 520th of 1,334 and El Dorado Middle is 1229th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).