Dean L. Shively vs Quantum Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 137 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dean L. Shively
South El Monte · Public middle · Grades 6–8
289 students
Quantum Academy
Escondido · Public middle · Grades 4–8
289 students
| Measure | Dean L. Shively South El Monte, California | Quantum Academy Escondido, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 52 Top 50% |
| State rank | #692 of 1,334 | #394 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11637 of 15,369 | #7293 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 4–8 |
| Students | 289 | 289 |
| Enrollment | 289 | 289 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.8% | 54.3% |
| Students per teacher | 26.3 | 22.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 44% |
| city | South El Monte | Escondido |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Quantum Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (51.6 vs 31.4).
- •Quantum Academy does better on math proficiency (44% vs 32%).
- •Quantum Academy does better on reading proficiency (61% vs 48%).
- •Quantum Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.3% vs 75.8%).
- •Quantum Academy does better on students per teacher (22.2 vs 26.3).
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 Dean L. Shively better than Quantum Academy?
On the Success Index (US), Quantum Academy ranks higher (51.6 vs 31.4 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 Dean L. Shively and Quantum Academy?
About 137 km in a straight line, between South El Monte and Escondido in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dean L. Shively: 289. Quantum Academy: 289. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dean L. Shively and Quantum Academy rank in California?
Dean L. Shively is 692nd of 1,334 and Quantum Academy is 394th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).