Creekside Early Learning Center vs Joan MacQueen Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Creekside Early Learning Center
Alpine · Public elementary · Grades K–K
227 students
Joan MacQueen Middle
Alpine · Public middle · Grades 6–8
405 students
| Measure | Creekside Early Learning Center Alpine, California | Joan MacQueen Middle Alpine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1683 of 5,693 | #391 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #22209 of 50,301 | #7189 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–K | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 227 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 227 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 33.9% | 36.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.2 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 36% |
| city | Alpine | Alpine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Creekside Early Learning Center scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.2 vs 52.0).
- •Creekside Early Learning Center does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.9% vs 36.8%).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 25.2).
- •Joan MacQueen Middle is the larger school with 405 students compared with 227.
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 Creekside Early Learning Center better than Joan MacQueen Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Creekside Early Learning Center ranks higher (54.2 vs 52.0 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 Creekside Early Learning Center and Joan MacQueen Middle?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between Alpine and Alpine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Creekside Early Learning Center: 227. Joan MacQueen Middle: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Creekside Early Learning Center and Joan MacQueen Middle rank in California?
Creekside Early Learning Center is 1683rd of 5,693 and Joan MacQueen Middle is 391st of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).