Emerson Middle vs Fillmore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 107 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson Middle
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 6–8
813 students
Fillmore Middle
Fillmore · Public middle · Grades 6–8
813 students
| Measure | Emerson Middle Bakersfield, California | Fillmore Middle Fillmore, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,334 | #1158 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15257 of 15,369 | #14684 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 813 | 813 |
| Enrollment | 813 | 813 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 74.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 17% |
| city | Bakersfield | Fillmore |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fillmore Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.1 vs 7.3).
- •Fillmore Middle does better on math proficiency (17% vs 7%).
- •Fillmore Middle does better on reading proficiency (25% vs 21%).
- •Fillmore Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.8% vs 90.2%).
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 Emerson Middle better than Fillmore Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fillmore Middle ranks higher (14.1 vs 7.3 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 Emerson Middle and Fillmore Middle?
About 107 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Fillmore in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Middle: 813. Fillmore Middle: 813. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Middle and Fillmore Middle rank in California?
Emerson Middle is 1316th of 1,334 and Fillmore Middle is 1158th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).