Columbus Tustin Middle vs Richardson PREP HI Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 61 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Tustin Middle
Tustin · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
Richardson PREP HI Middle
San Bernardino · Public middle · Grades 6–8
583 students
| Measure | Columbus Tustin Middle Tustin, California | Richardson PREP HI Middle San Bernardino, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #647 of 1,334 | #252 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11146 of 15,369 | #4574 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 583 | 583 |
| Enrollment | 583 | 583 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.6% | 88% |
| Students per teacher | 24.3 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 91% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 83% |
| city | Tustin | San Bernardino |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Richardson PREP HI Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (64.1 vs 33.7).
- •Richardson PREP HI Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 35%).
- •Richardson PREP HI Middle does better on reading proficiency (91% vs 53%).
- •Columbus Tustin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.6% vs 88%).
- •Richardson PREP HI Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 24.3).
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 Columbus Tustin Middle better than Richardson PREP HI Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Richardson PREP HI Middle ranks higher (64.1 vs 33.7 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 Columbus Tustin Middle and Richardson PREP HI Middle?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Tustin and San Bernardino in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Tustin Middle: 583. Richardson PREP HI Middle: 583. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Tustin Middle and Richardson PREP HI Middle rank in California?
Columbus Tustin Middle is 647th of 1,334 and Richardson PREP HI Middle is 252nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).