Emerson Middle vs Sequoia Jr. High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.4 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
Sequoia Jr. High
Bakersfield · Public middle · Grades 7–8
746 students
| Measure | Emerson Middle Bakersfield, California | Sequoia Jr. High Bakersfield, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1316 of 1,334 | #1141 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15257 of 15,369 | #14588 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 813 | 746 |
| Enrollment | 813 | 746 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.2% | 97.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 21% |
| city | Bakersfield | Bakersfield |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sequoia Jr. High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 7.3).
- •Sequoia Jr. High does better on math proficiency (21% vs 7%).
- •Sequoia Jr. High does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 21%).
- •Emerson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.2% vs 97.2%).
- •Sequoia Jr. High does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.0).
- •Emerson Middle is the larger school with 813 students compared with 746.
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 Sequoia Jr. High?
On the Success Index (US), Sequoia Jr. High ranks higher (14.9 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 Sequoia Jr. High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Bakersfield and Bakersfield in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson Middle: 813. Sequoia Jr. High: 746. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson Middle and Sequoia Jr. High rank in California?
Emerson Middle is 1316th of 1,334 and Sequoia Jr. High is 1141st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).