First Avenue Middle vs Richard Henry Dana Middle
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.
First Avenue Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
771 students
Richard Henry Dana Middle
Arcadia · Public middle · Grades 6–8
710 students
| Measure | First Avenue Middle Arcadia, California | Richard Henry Dana Middle Arcadia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 75 Top 25% |
| State rank | #128 of 1,334 | #132 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2260 of 15,369 | #2326 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 771 | 710 |
| Enrollment | 771 | 710 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.7% | 29.4% |
| Students per teacher | 24.9 | 25.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 74% | 74% |
| city | Arcadia | Arcadia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (75.5 vs 75.2).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 75%).
- •Richard Henry Dana Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (29.4% vs 32.7%).
- •First Avenue Middle does better on students per teacher (24.9 vs 25.4).
- •First Avenue Middle is the larger school with 771 students compared with 710.
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 Richard Henry Dana Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are First Avenue Middle and Richard Henry Dana Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Arcadia and Arcadia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
First Avenue Middle: 771. Richard Henry Dana Middle: 710. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do First Avenue Middle and Richard Henry Dana Middle rank in California?
First Avenue Middle is 128th of 1,334 and Richard Henry Dana Middle is 132nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).