Ellen Fletcher Middle vs Henry M. Gunn High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 725 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ellen Fletcher Middle
Palo Alto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
572 students
Henry M. Gunn High
Palo Alto · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,643 students
| Measure | Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto, California | Henry M. Gunn High Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 85 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 1,334 | #2 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #278 of 15,369 | #639 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 572 | 1,643 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 1,643 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.6% | 11.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 16.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 87% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 82% |
| city | Palo Alto | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (90.2 vs 85.0).
- •Henry M. Gunn High does better on math proficiency (82% vs 81%).
- •Henry M. Gunn High does better on reading proficiency (87% vs 85%).
- •Henry M. Gunn High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (11.7% vs 13.6%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 16.6).
- •Henry M. Gunn High is the larger school with 1,643 students compared with 572.
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 Ellen Fletcher Middle better than Henry M. Gunn High?
On the Success Index (US), Ellen Fletcher Middle ranks higher (90.2 vs 85.0 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 Ellen Fletcher Middle and Henry M. Gunn High?
About 725 m in a straight line, between Palo Alto and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Fletcher Middle: 572. Henry M. Gunn High: 1,643. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Fletcher Middle and Henry M. Gunn High rank in California?
Ellen Fletcher Middle is 5th of 1,334 and Henry M. Gunn High is 2nd of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).