Elmhurst United Middle vs Piute Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 495 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elmhurst United Middle
Oakland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
729 students
Piute Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
729 students
| Measure | Elmhurst United Middle Oakland, California | Piute Middle Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1276 of 1,334 | #1303 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15138 of 15,369 | #15219 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 729 | 729 |
| Enrollment | 729 | 729 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 99.5% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.5 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 14% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 5% |
| city | Oakland | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Elmhurst United Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.4 vs 8.2).
- •Elmhurst United Middle does better on math proficiency (8% vs 5%).
- •Piute Middle does better on reading proficiency (17% vs 14%).
- •Piute Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (94.2% vs 99.5%).
- •Elmhurst United Middle does better on students per teacher (15.5 vs 17.8).
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 Elmhurst United Middle better than Piute Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Elmhurst United Middle ranks higher (9.4 vs 8.2 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 Elmhurst United Middle and Piute Middle?
About 495 km in a straight line, between Oakland and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elmhurst United Middle: 729. Piute Middle: 729. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elmhurst United Middle and Piute Middle rank in California?
Elmhurst United Middle is 1276th of 1,334 and Piute Middle is 1303rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).