Frank J. Zamboni vs Whaley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank J. Zamboni
Paramount · Public middle · Grades 6–8
650 students
Whaley Middle
Compton · Public middle · Grades 6–8
429 students
| Measure | Frank J. Zamboni Paramount, California | Whaley Middle Compton, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #910 of 1,334 | #1037 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13459 of 15,369 | #14173 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 650 | 429 |
| Enrollment | 650 | 429 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96% | 92.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.7 | 25.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 29% |
| city | Paramount | Compton |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank J. Zamboni scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.8 vs 17.6).
- •Whaley Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 27%).
- •Frank J. Zamboni does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 33%).
- •Whaley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (92.8% vs 96%).
- •Frank J. Zamboni does better on students per teacher (16.7 vs 25.2).
- •Frank J. Zamboni is the larger school with 650 students compared with 429.
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 Frank J. Zamboni better than Whaley Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Frank J. Zamboni ranks higher (21.8 vs 17.6 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 Frank J. Zamboni and Whaley Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Paramount and Compton in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank J. Zamboni: 650. Whaley Middle: 429. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank J. Zamboni and Whaley Middle rank in California?
Frank J. Zamboni is 910th of 1,334 and Whaley Middle is 1037th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).