Cuddeback Elementary vs Toddy Thomas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 8.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cuddeback Elementary
Carlotta · Public elementary · Grades K–8
157 students
Toddy Thomas Middle
Fortuna · Public middle · Grades 5–8
233 students
| Measure | Cuddeback Elementary Carlotta, California | Toddy Thomas Middle Fortuna, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2289 of 5,693 | #793 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #29651 of 50,301 | #12538 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 157 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 157 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.2% | 84.5% |
| Students per teacher | 15.7 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 25% |
| city | Carlotta | Fortuna |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Cuddeback Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (43.4 vs 26.8).
- •Cuddeback Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 25%).
- •Cuddeback Elementary does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 45%).
- •Cuddeback Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.2% vs 84.5%).
- •Cuddeback Elementary does better on students per teacher (15.7 vs 21.2).
- •Toddy Thomas Middle is the larger school with 233 students compared with 157.
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 Cuddeback Elementary better than Toddy Thomas Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Cuddeback Elementary ranks higher (43.4 vs 26.8 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 Cuddeback Elementary and Toddy Thomas Middle?
About 8.7 km in a straight line, between Carlotta and Fortuna in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cuddeback Elementary: 157. Toddy Thomas Middle: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cuddeback Elementary and Toddy Thomas Middle rank in California?
Cuddeback Elementary is 2289th of 5,693 and Toddy Thomas Middle is 793rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).