Frank M. Wright Middle vs T. L. Waggoner Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Frank M. Wright Middle
Imperial · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,116 students
T. L. Waggoner Elementary
Imperial · Public elementary · Grades K–5
613 students
| Measure | Frank M. Wright Middle Imperial, California | T. L. Waggoner Elementary Imperial, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #435 of 1,334 | #2079 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #7910 of 15,369 | #27331 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,116 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 1,116 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 54.7% | 58.9% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 21.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 41% | 46% |
| city | Imperial | Imperial |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Frank M. Wright Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.7 vs 46.8).
- •T. L. Waggoner Elementary does better on math proficiency (46% vs 41%).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 56%).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.7% vs 58.9%).
- •T. L. Waggoner Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.9 vs 22.8).
- •Frank M. Wright Middle is the larger school with 1,116 students compared with 613.
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 M. Wright Middle better than T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Frank M. Wright Middle ranks higher (48.7 vs 46.8 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 Frank M. Wright Middle and T. L. Waggoner Elementary?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Imperial and Imperial in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Frank M. Wright Middle: 1,116. T. L. Waggoner Elementary: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Frank M. Wright Middle and T. L. Waggoner Elementary rank in California?
Frank M. Wright Middle is 435th of 1,334 and T. L. Waggoner Elementary is 2079th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).