Corona Fundamental Intermediate vs Pioneer Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 276 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Corona Fundamental Intermediate
Corona · Public middle · Grades 6–8
754 students
Pioneer Middle
Porterville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
754 students
| Measure | Corona Fundamental Intermediate Corona, California | Pioneer Middle Porterville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #539 of 1,334 | #964 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #9506 of 15,369 | #13757 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 754 | 754 |
| Enrollment | 754 | 754 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.1% | 93.9% |
| Students per teacher | 25.1 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 58% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 19% |
| city | Corona | Porterville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Corona Fundamental Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.4 vs 20.1).
- •Corona Fundamental Intermediate does better on math proficiency (42% vs 19%).
- •Corona Fundamental Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (58% vs 42%).
- •Corona Fundamental Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.1% vs 93.9%).
- •Pioneer Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 25.1).
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 Corona Fundamental Intermediate better than Pioneer Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Corona Fundamental Intermediate ranks higher (41.4 vs 20.1 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 Corona Fundamental Intermediate and Pioneer Middle?
About 276 km in a straight line, between Corona and Porterville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Corona Fundamental Intermediate: 754. Pioneer Middle: 754. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Corona Fundamental Intermediate and Pioneer Middle rank in California?
Corona Fundamental Intermediate is 539th of 1,334 and Pioneer Middle is 964th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).