Dennis G. Earl Elementary vs Marvin A. Dutcher Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dennis G. Earl Elementary
Turlock · Public elementary · Grades K–6
817 students
Marvin A. Dutcher Middle
Turlock · Public middle · Grades 6–8
810 students
| Measure | Dennis G. Earl Elementary Turlock, California | Marvin A. Dutcher Middle Turlock, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 32 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3197 of 5,693 | #703 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #37541 of 50,301 | #11715 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 817 | 810 |
| Enrollment | 817 | 810 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 66.3% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.3 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 29% |
| city | Turlock | Turlock |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.5 vs 31.1).
- •Dennis G. Earl Elementary does better on math proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Dennis G. Earl Elementary does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 44%).
- •Marvin A. Dutcher Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (63.6% vs 66.3%).
- •Marvin A. Dutcher Middle does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 23.3).
- •Dennis G. Earl Elementary is the larger school with 817 students compared with 810.
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 Dennis G. Earl Elementary better than Marvin A. Dutcher Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Dennis G. Earl Elementary and Marvin A. Dutcher Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Turlock and Turlock in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dennis G. Earl Elementary: 817. Marvin A. Dutcher Middle: 810. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dennis G. Earl Elementary and Marvin A. Dutcher Middle rank in California?
Dennis G. Earl Elementary is 3197th of 5,693 and Marvin A. Dutcher Middle is 703rd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).