Garin Elementary vs William B. Bristow Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Garin Elementary
Brentwood · Public elementary · Grades K–5
785 students
William B. Bristow Middle
Brentwood · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,223 students
| Measure | Garin Elementary Brentwood, California | William B. Bristow Middle Brentwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 56 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1582 of 5,693 | #410 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #20827 of 50,301 | #7539 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 785 | 1,223 |
| Enrollment | 785 | 1,223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 41.5% | – |
| Students per teacher | 24.5 | 24.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 61% |
| Math proficiency | 50% | 44% |
| city | Brentwood | Brentwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Garin Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.2 vs 50.6).
- •Garin Elementary does better on math proficiency (50% vs 44%).
- •Garin Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 61%).
- •William B. Bristow Middle is the larger school with 1,223 students compared with 785.
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 Garin Elementary better than William B. Bristow Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Garin Elementary ranks higher (56.2 vs 50.6 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 Garin Elementary and William B. Bristow Middle?
About 2.5 km in a straight line, between Brentwood and Brentwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Garin Elementary: 785. William B. Bristow Middle: 1,223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Garin Elementary and William B. Bristow Middle rank in California?
Garin Elementary is 1582nd of 5,693 and William B. Bristow Middle is 410th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).