Fairview Middle vs Lakeview Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 55 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fairview Middle
Gonzales · Public middle · Grades 6–8
426 students
Lakeview Middle
Watsonville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
425 students
| Measure | Fairview Middle Gonzales, California | Lakeview Middle Watsonville, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1221 of 1,334 | #1321 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14912 of 15,369 | #15273 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 426 | 425 |
| Enrollment | 426 | 425 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.8% | 92.5% |
| Students per teacher | 18.5 | 23.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 21% |
| Math proficiency | 11% | 10% |
| city | Gonzales | Watsonville |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Fairview Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (11.9 vs 6.8).
- •Fairview Middle does better on math proficiency (11% vs 10%).
- •Fairview Middle does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 21%).
- •Fairview Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.8% vs 92.5%).
- •Fairview Middle does better on students per teacher (18.5 vs 23.6).
- •Fairview Middle is the larger school with 426 students compared with 425.
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 Fairview Middle better than Lakeview Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Fairview Middle ranks higher (11.9 vs 6.8 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 Fairview Middle and Lakeview Middle?
About 55 km in a straight line, between Gonzales and Watsonville in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fairview Middle: 426. Lakeview Middle: 425. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fairview Middle and Lakeview Middle rank in California?
Fairview Middle is 1221st of 1,334 and Lakeview Middle is 1321st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).