Edward J. Richardson Middle vs Foothills Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 49 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edward J. Richardson Middle
Torrance · Public middle · Grades 6–8
651 students
Foothills Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
650 students
| Measure | Edward J. Richardson Middle Torrance, California | Foothills Middle Arcadia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 80 Top 25% |
| State rank | #123 of 1,334 | #80 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2158 of 15,369 | #1567 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 651 | 650 |
| Enrollment | 651 | 650 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 24.2% |
| Students per teacher | 27.1 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 77% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 66% | 81% |
| city | Torrance | Arcadia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Foothills Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (79.5 vs 76.1).
- •Foothills Middle does better on math proficiency (81% vs 66%).
- •Foothills Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 77%).
- •Edward J. Richardson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.6% vs 24.2%).
- •Foothills Middle does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 27.1).
- •Edward J. Richardson Middle is the larger school with 651 students compared with 650.
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 Edward J. Richardson Middle better than Foothills Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Foothills Middle ranks higher (79.5 vs 76.1 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 Edward J. Richardson Middle and Foothills Middle?
About 49 km in a straight line, between Torrance and Arcadia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edward J. Richardson Middle: 651. Foothills Middle: 650. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edward J. Richardson Middle and Foothills Middle rank in California?
Edward J. Richardson Middle is 123rd of 1,334 and Foothills Middle is 80th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).