EJE Middle Academy vs Grossmont High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
EJE Middle Academy
El Cajon · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
254 students
Grossmont High
La Mesa · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,172 students
| Measure | EJE Middle Academy El Cajon, California | Grossmont High La Mesa, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 43 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #512 of 1,334 | #511 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9055 of 15,369 | #10147 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 254 | 2,172 |
| Enrollment | 254 | 2,172 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 67.7% | 64% |
| Students per teacher | 16.9 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 32% |
| city | El Cajon | La Mesa |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (43.5 vs 43.2).
- •EJE Middle Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 32%).
- •Grossmont High does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 53%).
- •Grossmont High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (64% vs 67.7%).
- •EJE Middle Academy does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 24.4).
- •Grossmont High is the larger school with 2,172 students compared with 254.
- •EJE Middle Academy is a charter school while Grossmont High is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 EJE Middle Academy better than Grossmont High?
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 EJE Middle Academy and Grossmont High?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and La Mesa in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
EJE Middle Academy: 254. Grossmont High: 2,172. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do EJE Middle Academy and Grossmont High rank in California?
EJE Middle Academy is 512th of 1,334 and Grossmont High is 511th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).