Ernest Lawrence Middle vs Lakeside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 139 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ernest Lawrence Middle
Chatsworth · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,076 students
Lakeside Middle
Perris · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,076 students
| Measure | Ernest Lawrence Middle Chatsworth, California | Lakeside Middle Perris, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #496 of 1,334 | #995 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8869 of 15,369 | #13941 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,076 | 1,076 |
| Enrollment | 1,076 | 1,076 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.7% | 86.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 55% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 20% |
| city | Chatsworth | Perris |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 19.0).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on math proficiency (44% vs 20%).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 39%).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.7% vs 86.3%).
- •Ernest Lawrence Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 22.4).
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 Ernest Lawrence Middle better than Lakeside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ernest Lawrence Middle ranks higher (44.3 vs 19.0 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 Ernest Lawrence Middle and Lakeside Middle?
About 139 km in a straight line, between Chatsworth and Perris in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ernest Lawrence Middle: 1,076. Lakeside Middle: 1,076. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ernest Lawrence Middle and Lakeside Middle rank in California?
Ernest Lawrence Middle is 496th of 1,334 and Lakeside Middle is 995th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).