Clark Middle vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.8 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
Wilson Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
712 students
| Measure | Clark Middle San Diego, California | Wilson Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1062 of 1,334 | #1178 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14301 of 15,369 | #14768 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 696 | 712 |
| Enrollment | 696 | 712 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.2% | 95.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 23% | 18% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clark Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (16.8 vs 13.5).
- •Clark Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 18%).
- •Clark Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 31%).
- •Clark Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.2% vs 95.6%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 22.5).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 712 students compared with 696.
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 Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clark Middle ranks higher (16.8 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 Clark Middle and Wilson Middle?
About 1.8 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clark Middle: 696. Wilson Middle: 712. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clark Middle and Wilson Middle rank in California?
Clark Middle is 1062nd of 1,334 and Wilson Middle is 1178th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).