Gladstone Middle vs Las Palmas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Gladstone Middle
Covina · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,326 students
Las Palmas Middle
Covina · Public middle · Grades 6–8
887 students
| Measure | Gladstone Middle Covina, California | Las Palmas Middle Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #699 of 1,334 | #693 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11670 of 15,369 | #11645 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,326 | 887 |
| Enrollment | 1,326 | 887 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.5% | 78.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.5 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 37% |
| city | Covina | Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (31.3 vs 31.4).
- •Las Palmas Middle does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Gladstone Middle does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 44%).
- •Las Palmas Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.7% vs 90.5%).
- •Gladstone Middle does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 22.7).
- •Gladstone Middle is the larger school with 1,326 students compared with 887.
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 Gladstone Middle better than Las Palmas Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Gladstone Middle and Las Palmas Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Covina and Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Gladstone Middle: 1,326. Las Palmas Middle: 887. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Gladstone Middle and Las Palmas Middle rank in California?
Gladstone Middle is 699th of 1,334 and Las Palmas Middle is 693rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).