Edna Hill Middle vs Excelsior Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 7.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edna Hill Middle
Brentwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,047 students
Excelsior Middle
Byron · Public middle · Grades 6–8
377 students
| Measure | Edna Hill Middle Brentwood, California | Excelsior Middle Byron, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #423 of 1,334 | #417 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #7675 of 15,369 | #7626 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,047 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 1,047 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 33.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 19.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 48% |
| Math proficiency | 51% | 40% |
| city | Brentwood | Byron |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (49.8 vs 50.1).
- •Edna Hill Middle does better on math proficiency (51% vs 40%).
- •Edna Hill Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Excelsior Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 22.3).
- •Edna Hill Middle is the larger school with 1,047 students compared with 377.
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 Edna Hill Middle better than Excelsior 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 Edna Hill Middle and Excelsior Middle?
About 7.4 km in a straight line, between Brentwood and Byron in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edna Hill Middle: 1,047. Excelsior Middle: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edna Hill Middle and Excelsior Middle rank in California?
Edna Hill Middle is 423rd of 1,334 and Excelsior Middle is 417th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).