George Washington Carver Middle vs Philip Magruder Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 18 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
George Washington Carver Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
635 students
Philip Magruder Middle
Torrance · Public middle · Grades 6–8
635 students
| Measure | George Washington Carver Middle Los Angeles, California | Philip Magruder Middle Torrance, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 13 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1201 of 1,334 | #345 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14844 of 15,369 | #6350 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 635 | 635 |
| Enrollment | 635 | 635 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.3% | 50.9% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 27.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 63% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 51% |
| city | Los Angeles | Torrance |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Philip Magruder Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (56.0 vs 12.6).
- •Philip Magruder Middle does better on math proficiency (51% vs 17%).
- •Philip Magruder Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 22%).
- •Philip Magruder Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50.9% vs 98.3%).
- •George Washington Carver Middle does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 27.6).
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 Washington Carver Middle better than Philip Magruder Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Philip Magruder Middle ranks higher (56.0 vs 12.6 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 George Washington Carver Middle and Philip Magruder Middle?
About 18 km in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Torrance in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
George Washington Carver Middle: 635. Philip Magruder Middle: 635. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do George Washington Carver Middle and Philip Magruder Middle rank in California?
George Washington Carver Middle is 1201st of 1,334 and Philip Magruder Middle is 345th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).