Fairmead Elementary vs Wilson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 7.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairmead Elementary
Chowchilla · Public middle · Grades 5–6
458 students
Wilson Middle
Chowchilla · Public middle · Grades 7–8
470 students
| Measure | Fairmead Elementary Chowchilla, California | Wilson Middle Chowchilla, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1028 of 1,334 | #1180 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14123 of 15,369 | #14777 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 458 | 470 |
| Enrollment | 458 | 470 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.5% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 23% |
| city | Chowchilla | Chowchilla |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairmead Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 13.4).
- •Wilson Middle does better on math proficiency (23% vs 22%).
- •Fairmead Elementary does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 26%).
- •Fairmead Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (86.5% vs 89.1%).
- •Wilson Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 25.4).
- •Wilson Middle is the larger school with 470 students compared with 458.
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 Fairmead Elementary better than Wilson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fairmead Elementary ranks higher (17.9 vs 13.4 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 Fairmead Elementary and Wilson Middle?
About 7.5 km in a straight line, between Chowchilla and Chowchilla in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairmead Elementary: 458. Wilson Middle: 470. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairmead Elementary and Wilson Middle rank in California?
Fairmead Elementary is 1028th of 1,334 and Wilson Middle is 1180th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).