Ellen Fletcher Middle vs Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.2 km 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
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle
Palo Alto · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,002 students
| Measure | Ellen Fletcher Middle Palo Alto, California | Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle Palo Alto, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 90 Top 5% | 90 Top 5% |
| State rank | #5 of 1,334 | #6 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #278 of 15,369 | #298 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 572 | 1,002 |
| Enrollment | 572 | 1,002 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 13.6% | 10.7% |
| Students per teacher | 14.3 | 15.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 85% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 81% | 84% |
| city | Palo Alto | Palo Alto |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (90.2 vs 89.8).
- •Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on reading proficiency (85% vs 84%).
- •Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (10.7% vs 13.6%).
- •Ellen Fletcher Middle does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.0).
- •Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is the larger school with 1,002 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 Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
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 Ellen Fletcher Middle and Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Palo Alto and Palo Alto in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ellen Fletcher Middle: 572. Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle: 1,002. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ellen Fletcher Middle and Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle rank in California?
Ellen Fletcher Middle is 5th of 1,334 and Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle is 6th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).