Glacier Point Middle vs Rio Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 4.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Glacier Point Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
947 students
Rio Vista Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
851 students
| Measure | Glacier Point Middle Fresno, California | Rio Vista Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1107 of 1,334 | #495 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14510 of 15,369 | #8860 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 947 | 851 |
| Enrollment | 947 | 851 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.9% | 68.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 45% |
| city | Fresno | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rio Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.4 vs 15.4).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 17%).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 34%).
- •Rio Vista Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (68.6% vs 86.9%).
- •Glacier Point Middle does better on students per teacher (22.0 vs 23.0).
- •Glacier Point Middle is the larger school with 947 students compared with 851.
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 Glacier Point Middle better than Rio Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rio Vista Middle ranks higher (44.4 vs 15.4 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 Glacier Point Middle and Rio Vista Middle?
About 4.4 km in a straight line, between Fresno and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Glacier Point Middle: 947. Rio Vista Middle: 851. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Glacier Point Middle and Rio Vista Middle rank in California?
Glacier Point Middle is 1107th of 1,334 and Rio Vista Middle is 495th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).