Francisco Sepulveda Middle vs James B. Davidson Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 552 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Francisco Sepulveda Middle
North Hills · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
| Measure | Francisco Sepulveda Middle North Hills, California | James B. Davidson Middle San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1239 of 1,334 | #630 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14991 of 15,369 | #10896 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,052 | 1,052 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 1,052 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.9% | 69.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 33% |
| city | North Hills | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James B. Davidson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 11.2).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 15%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 22%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 93.9%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 17.8).
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 Francisco Sepulveda Middle better than James B. Davidson Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James B. Davidson Middle ranks higher (34.8 vs 11.2 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 Francisco Sepulveda Middle and James B. Davidson Middle?
About 552 km in a straight line, between North Hills and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Francisco Sepulveda Middle: 1,052. James B. Davidson Middle: 1,052. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Francisco Sepulveda Middle and James B. Davidson Middle rank in California?
Francisco Sepulveda Middle is 1239th of 1,334 and James B. Davidson Middle is 630th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).