Curran Middle vs Fred L. Thompson Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Curran Middle
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
973 students
Fred L. Thompson Junior High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
714 students
| Measure | Curran Middle Bakersfield, California | Fred L. Thompson Junior High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1071 of 1,334 | #943 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14351 of 15,369 | #13633 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 973 | 714 |
| Enrollment | 973 | 714 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 91.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 17.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 40% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 17% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fred L. Thompson Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.8 vs 16.5).
- •Fred L. Thompson Junior High does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 36%).
- •Curran Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (87.4% vs 91.6%).
- •Fred L. Thompson Junior High does better on students per teacher (17.4 vs 21.6).
- •Curran Middle is the larger school with 973 students compared with 714.
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 Curran Middle better than Fred L. Thompson Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Fred L. Thompson Junior High ranks higher (20.8 vs 16.5 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 Curran Middle and Fred L. Thompson Junior High?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Curran Middle: 973. Fred L. Thompson Junior High: 714. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Curran Middle and Fred L. Thompson Junior High rank in California?
Curran Middle is 1071st of 1,334 and Fred L. Thompson Junior High is 943rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).