Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary vs Placerita Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.8 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary
Newhall · Public elementary · Grades K–6
414 students
Placerita Junior High
Newhall · Public middle · Grades 7–8
940 students
| Measure | Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary Newhall, California | Placerita Junior High Newhall, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2956 of 5,693 | #312 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #35774 of 50,301 | #5505 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 414 | 940 |
| Enrollment | 414 | 940 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86% | 53.6% |
| Students per teacher | 24.4 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 48% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 51% |
| city | Newhall | Newhall |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Placerita Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (59.9 vs 34.2).
- •Placerita Junior High does better on math proficiency (51% vs 44%).
- •Placerita Junior High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 48%).
- •Placerita Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (53.6% vs 86%).
- •Placerita Junior High does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 24.4).
- •Placerita Junior High is the larger school with 940 students compared with 414.
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. J. Michael McGrath Elementary better than Placerita Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Placerita Junior High ranks higher (59.9 vs 34.2 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. J. Michael McGrath Elementary and Placerita Junior High?
About 2.8 km in a straight line, between Newhall and Newhall in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary: 414. Placerita Junior High: 940. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary and Placerita Junior High rank in California?
Dr. J. Michael McGrath Elementary is 2956th of 5,693 and Placerita Junior High is 312th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).