Diegueno Middle vs Oak Crest Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Diegueno Middle
Encinitas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
737 students
Oak Crest Middle
Encinitas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
758 students
| Measure | Diegueno Middle Encinitas, California | Oak Crest Middle Encinitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 78 Top 25% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #97 of 1,334 | #143 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1764 of 15,369 | #2524 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 737 | 758 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 758 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 16% | 22.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 74% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 61% |
| city | Encinitas | Encinitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Diegueno Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (78.3 vs 74.1).
- •Diegueno Middle does better on math proficiency (75% vs 61%).
- •Oak Crest Middle does better on reading proficiency (76% vs 74%).
- •Diegueno Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (16% vs 22.4%).
- •Oak Crest Middle does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 24.6).
- •Oak Crest Middle is the larger school with 758 students compared with 737.
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 Diegueno Middle better than Oak Crest Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Diegueno Middle ranks higher (78.3 vs 74.1 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 Diegueno Middle and Oak Crest Middle?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Encinitas and Encinitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Diegueno Middle: 737. Oak Crest Middle: 758. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Diegueno Middle and Oak Crest Middle rank in California?
Diegueno Middle is 97th of 1,334 and Oak Crest Middle is 143rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).