First Avenue Middle vs Pioneer Junior High
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 34 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
First Avenue Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
Pioneer Junior High
Upland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
771 students
| Measure | First Avenue Middle Arcadia, California | Pioneer Junior High Upland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 60 Top 50% |
| State rank | #128 of 1,334 | #313 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2260 of 15,369 | #5526 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 771 | 771 |
| Enrollment | 771 | 771 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.7% | 50.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 66% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 54% |
| city | Arcadia | Upland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •First Avenue Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.5 vs 59.8).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 54%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 66%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (32.7% vs 50.5%).
- •Pioneer Junior High does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 24.9).
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 First Avenue Middle better than Pioneer Junior High?
On the Success Index (US), First Avenue Middle ranks higher (75.5 vs 59.8 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 First Avenue Middle and Pioneer Junior High?
About 34 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Upland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Avenue Middle: 771. Pioneer Junior High: 771. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Avenue Middle and Pioneer Junior High rank in California?
First Avenue Middle is 128th of 1,334 and Pioneer Junior High is 313th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).