Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle vs Joseph Kerr Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle
Elk Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,136 students
Joseph Kerr Middle
Elk Grove · Public middle · Grades 7–8
877 students
| Measure | Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle Elk Grove, California | Joseph Kerr Middle Elk Grove, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #227 of 1,334 | #370 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4159 of 15,369 | #6848 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,136 | 877 |
| Enrollment | 1,136 | 877 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 46.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 21.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 71% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 49% |
| city | Elk Grove | Elk Grove |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 53.7).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on math proficiency (60% vs 49%).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on reading proficiency (71% vs 55%).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.9% vs 46.8%).
- •Joseph Kerr Middle does better on students per teacher (21.4 vs 22.7).
- •Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle is the larger school with 1,136 students compared with 877.
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 Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle better than Joseph Kerr Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle ranks higher (66.1 vs 53.7 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 Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle and Joseph Kerr Middle?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Elk Grove and Elk Grove in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle: 1,136. Joseph Kerr Middle: 877. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle and Joseph Kerr Middle rank in California?
Elizabeth Pinkerton Middle is 227th of 1,334 and Joseph Kerr Middle is 370th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).