Colton Middle vs Lone Hill Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 46 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Colton Middle
Colton · Public middle · Grades 7–8
870 students
Lone Hill Middle
San Dimas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
870 students
| Measure | Colton Middle Colton, California | Lone Hill Middle San Dimas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1182 of 1,334 | #273 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14779 of 15,369 | #4864 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 870 | 870 |
| Enrollment | 870 | 870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.8% | 38.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 23.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 54% |
| city | Colton | San Dimas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lone Hill Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.8 vs 13.3).
- •Lone Hill Middle does better on math proficiency (54% vs 21%).
- •Lone Hill Middle does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 30%).
- •Lone Hill Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.9% vs 92.8%).
- •Colton Middle does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.5).
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 Colton Middle better than Lone Hill Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lone Hill Middle ranks higher (62.8 vs 13.3 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 Colton Middle and Lone Hill Middle?
About 46 km in a straight line, between Colton and San Dimas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Colton Middle: 870. Lone Hill Middle: 870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Colton Middle and Lone Hill Middle rank in California?
Colton Middle is 1182nd of 1,334 and Lone Hill Middle is 273rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).