Garfield Elementary vs South Pasadena Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garfield Elementary
Alhambra · Public elementary · Grades K–8
577 students
South Pasadena Middle
South Pasadena · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,096 students
| Measure | Garfield Elementary Alhambra, California | South Pasadena Middle South Pasadena, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 82 Top 10% |
| State rank | #1399 of 5,693 | #52 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #18643 of 50,301 | #1256 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 577 | 1,096 |
| Enrollment | 577 | 1,096 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 14.5% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 24.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 60% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 78% |
| city | Alhambra | South Pasadena |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Pasadena Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.5 vs 59.3).
- •South Pasadena Middle does better on math proficiency (78% vs 57%).
- •South Pasadena Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 60%).
- •South Pasadena Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (14.5% vs 46.8%).
- •Garfield Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 24.4).
- •South Pasadena Middle is the larger school with 1,096 students compared with 577.
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 Garfield Elementary better than South Pasadena Middle?
On the Success Index (US), South Pasadena Middle ranks higher (81.5 vs 59.3 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 Garfield Elementary and South Pasadena Middle?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Alhambra and South Pasadena in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garfield Elementary: 577. South Pasadena Middle: 1,096. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garfield Elementary and South Pasadena Middle rank in California?
Garfield Elementary is 1399th of 5,693 and South Pasadena Middle is 52nd of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).