El Capitan Middle vs Monte Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 176 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
El Capitan Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
738 students
Monte Vista Middle
Tracy · Public middle · Grades 6–8
738 students
| Measure | El Capitan Middle Fresno, California | Monte Vista Middle Tracy, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #973 of 1,334 | #1087 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13791 of 15,369 | #14424 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 738 | 738 |
| Enrollment | 738 | 738 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.4% | 82.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.9 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 36% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 20% |
| city | Fresno | Tracy |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •El Capitan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.9 vs 16.1).
- •El Capitan Middle does better on math proficiency (24% vs 20%).
- •El Capitan Middle does better on reading proficiency (36% vs 31%).
- •Monte Vista Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.1% vs 87.4%).
- •El Capitan Middle does better on students per teacher (19.9 vs 21.1).
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 El Capitan Middle better than Monte Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), El Capitan Middle ranks higher (19.9 vs 16.1 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 El Capitan Middle and Monte Vista Middle?
About 176 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Tracy in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
El Capitan Middle: 738. Monte Vista Middle: 738. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do El Capitan Middle and Monte Vista Middle rank in California?
El Capitan Middle is 973rd of 1,334 and Monte Vista Middle is 1087th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).