Clifton Middle vs Isbell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 101 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Clifton Middle
Monrovia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
634 students
Isbell Middle
Santa Paula · Public middle · Grades 7–8
634 students
| Measure | Clifton Middle Monrovia, California | Isbell Middle Santa Paula, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 46 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #473 of 1,334 | #1175 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8527 of 15,369 | #14761 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 634 | 634 |
| Enrollment | 634 | 634 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.3% | 83.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.6 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 39% | 19% |
| city | Monrovia | Santa Paula |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Clifton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (45.9 vs 13.5).
- •Clifton Middle does better on math proficiency (39% vs 19%).
- •Clifton Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 26%).
- •Clifton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 83.8%).
- •Isbell Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.6).
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 Clifton Middle better than Isbell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Clifton Middle ranks higher (45.9 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 Clifton Middle and Isbell Middle?
About 101 km in a straight line, between Monrovia and Santa Paula in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Clifton Middle: 634. Isbell Middle: 634. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Clifton Middle and Isbell Middle rank in California?
Clifton Middle is 473rd of 1,334 and Isbell Middle is 1175th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).