Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy vs Ellen Fletcher Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 514 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
Ellen Fletcher Middle
Palo Alto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
| Measure | Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy Los Angeles, California | Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #1215 of 1,334 | #5 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14890 of 15,369 | #278 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 572 | 572 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 572 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.6% | 13.6% |
| Students per teacher | 17.9 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 28% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 81% |
| city | Los Angeles | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 12.1).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on math proficiency (81% vs 15%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 28%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (13.6% vs 98.6%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 17.9).
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. Julian Nava Learning Academy better than Ellen Fletcher Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ellen Fletcher Middle ranks higher (90.2 vs 12.1 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 Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy and Ellen Fletcher Middle?
About 514 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy: 572. Ellen Fletcher Middle: 572. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy and Ellen Fletcher Middle rank in California?
Dr. Julian Nava Learning Academy is 1215th of 1,334 and Ellen Fletcher Middle is 5th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).