Gifford C. Cole Middle vs Piute Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 4.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gifford C. Cole Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 7–8
697 students
Piute Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
729 students
| Measure | Gifford C. Cole Middle Lancaster, California | Piute Middle Lancaster, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 8 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1273 of 1,334 | #1303 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15133 of 15,369 | #15219 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 697 | 729 |
| Enrollment | 697 | 729 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.1% | 94.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 23% | 17% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 5% |
| city | Lancaster | Lancaster |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Gifford C. Cole Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (9.5 vs 8.2).
- •Gifford C. Cole Middle does better on math proficiency (7% vs 5%).
- •Gifford C. Cole Middle does better on reading proficiency (23% vs 17%).
- •Gifford C. Cole Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.1% vs 94.2%).
- •Piute Middle does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 21.8).
- •Piute Middle is the larger school with 729 students compared with 697.
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 Gifford C. Cole Middle better than Piute Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Gifford C. Cole Middle ranks higher (9.5 vs 8.2 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 Gifford C. Cole Middle and Piute Middle?
About 4.6 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Lancaster in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gifford C. Cole Middle: 697. Piute Middle: 729. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gifford C. Cole Middle and Piute Middle rank in California?
Gifford C. Cole Middle is 1273rd of 1,334 and Piute Middle is 1303rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).