Chula Vista Middle vs Hilltop 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.
Chula Vista Middle
Chula Vista · Public middle · Grades 7–8
678 students
Hilltop Middle
Chula Vista · Public middle · Grades 7–8
866 students
| Measure | Chula Vista Middle Chula Vista, California | Hilltop Middle Chula Vista, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 33 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #755 of 1,334 | #662 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12233 of 15,369 | #11335 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 678 | 866 |
| Enrollment | 678 | 866 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.3% | 52.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 23% |
| city | Chula Vista | Chula Vista |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hilltop Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (32.8 vs 28.3).
- •Chula Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 23%).
- •Hilltop Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 38%).
- •Hilltop Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (52.2% vs 59.3%).
- •Chula Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.8).
- •Hilltop Middle is the larger school with 866 students compared with 678.
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 Chula Vista Middle better than Hilltop Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hilltop Middle ranks higher (32.8 vs 28.3 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 Chula Vista Middle and Hilltop Middle?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Chula Vista and Chula Vista in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Chula Vista Middle: 678. Hilltop Middle: 866. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Chula Vista Middle and Hilltop Middle rank in California?
Chula Vista Middle is 755th of 1,334 and Hilltop Middle is 662nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).