Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary vs William G. Jehue Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 763 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary
Colton · Public elementary · Grades K–5
608 students
William G. Jehue Middle
Colton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,444 students
| Measure | Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary Colton, California | William G. Jehue Middle Colton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4339 of 5,693 | #1195 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #44645 of 50,301 | #14823 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 608 | 1,444 |
| Enrollment | 608 | 1,444 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77% | 87.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.3 | 25.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 30% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 18% |
| city | Colton | Colton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.3 vs 12.9).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 18%).
- •William G. Jehue Middle does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 29%).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77% vs 87.1%).
- •Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 25.8).
- •William G. Jehue Middle is the larger school with 1,444 students compared with 608.
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 Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary better than William G. Jehue Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary ranks higher (20.3 vs 12.9 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 Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary and William G. Jehue Middle?
About 763 m in a straight line, between Colton and Colton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary: 608. William G. Jehue Middle: 1,444. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary and William G. Jehue Middle rank in California?
Dr. Ernest Garcia Elementary is 4339th of 5,693 and William G. Jehue Middle is 1195th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).