Clark Middle vs Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 252 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clark Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
696 students
Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences
Oxnard · Public middle · Grades 6–8
696 students
| Measure | Clark Middle San Diego, California | Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences Oxnard, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1062 of 1,334 | #1197 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14301 of 15,369 | #14826 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 696 | 696 |
| Enrollment | 696 | 696 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.2% | 93.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 13% |
| city | San Diego | Oxnard |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clark Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.8 vs 12.8).
- •Clark Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 13%).
- •Clark Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 24%).
- •Clark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.2% vs 93.2%).
- •Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences does better on students per teacher (16.6 vs 22.5).
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 Clark Middle better than Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences?
On the Success Index (US), Clark Middle ranks higher (16.8 vs 12.8 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 Clark Middle and Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences?
About 252 km in a straight line, between San Diego and Oxnard in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clark Middle: 696. Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences: 696. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clark Middle and Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences rank in California?
Clark Middle is 1062nd of 1,334 and Dr. Manuel M. Lopez Academy of Arts & Sciences is 1197th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).