George T. Egling Middle vs Reef-Sunset Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 392 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George T. Egling Middle
Colusa · Public middle · Grades 4–8
553 students
Reef-Sunset Middle
Avenal · Public middle · Grades 6–8
554 students
| Measure | George T. Egling Middle Colusa, California | Reef-Sunset Middle Avenal, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 9 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #738 of 1,334 | #1277 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12104 of 15,369 | #15141 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 553 | 554 |
| Enrollment | 553 | 554 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.4% | 95.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.8 | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 26% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 14% |
| city | Colusa | Avenal |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •George T. Egling Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (29.0 vs 9.4).
- •George T. Egling Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 14%).
- •George T. Egling Middle does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 26%).
- •George T. Egling Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.4% vs 95.5%).
- •George T. Egling Middle does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.3).
- •Reef-Sunset Middle is the larger school with 554 students compared with 553.
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 George T. Egling Middle better than Reef-Sunset Middle?
On the Success Index (US), George T. Egling Middle ranks higher (29.0 vs 9.4 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 George T. Egling Middle and Reef-Sunset Middle?
About 392 km in a straight line, between Colusa and Avenal in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George T. Egling Middle: 553. Reef-Sunset Middle: 554. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George T. Egling Middle and Reef-Sunset Middle rank in California?
George T. Egling Middle is 738th of 1,334 and Reef-Sunset Middle is 1277th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).