Edwin Markham Middle vs William Moreno Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 290 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edwin Markham Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
618 students
William Moreno Junior High
Calexico · Public middle · Grades 7–8
618 students
| Measure | Edwin Markham Middle Los Angeles, California | William Moreno Junior High Calexico, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1173 of 1,334 | #1289 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14756 of 15,369 | #15185 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 618 | 618 |
| Enrollment | 618 | 618 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.4% | 93% |
| Students per teacher | 15.1 | 22.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 14% | 12% |
| city | Los Angeles | Calexico |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Edwin Markham Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (13.5 vs 8.8).
- •Edwin Markham Middle does better on math proficiency (14% vs 12%).
- •William Moreno Junior High does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 23%).
- •William Moreno Junior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 98.4%).
- •Edwin Markham Middle does better on students per teacher (15.1 vs 22.1).
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 Edwin Markham Middle better than William Moreno Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), Edwin Markham Middle ranks higher (13.5 vs 8.8 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 Edwin Markham Middle and William Moreno Junior High?
About 290 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Calexico in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edwin Markham Middle: 618. William Moreno Junior High: 618. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edwin Markham Middle and William Moreno Junior High rank in California?
Edwin Markham Middle is 1173rd of 1,334 and William Moreno Junior High is 1289th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).