Gerald P. Carr Intermediate vs Mills Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 622 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate
Santa Ana · Public middle · Grades 6–8
886 students
Mills Middle
Rancho Cordova · Public middle · Grades 6–8
886 students
| Measure | Gerald P. Carr Intermediate Santa Ana, California | Mills Middle Rancho Cordova, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 11 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1245 of 1,334 | #1139 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15007 of 15,369 | #14583 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 886 | 886 |
| Enrollment | 886 | 886 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 96.4% | 82.8% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 29% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 19% |
| city | Santa Ana | Rancho Cordova |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mills Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (14.9 vs 11.0).
- •Mills Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 17%).
- •Mills Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 25%).
- •Mills Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 96.4%).
- •Gerald P. Carr Intermediate does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.1).
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 Gerald P. Carr Intermediate better than Mills Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Mills Middle ranks higher (14.9 vs 11.0 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 Gerald P. Carr Intermediate and Mills Middle?
About 622 km in a straight line, between Santa Ana and Rancho Cordova in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate: 886. Mills Middle: 886. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gerald P. Carr Intermediate and Mills Middle rank in California?
Gerald P. Carr Intermediate is 1245th of 1,334 and Mills Middle is 1139th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).