Harden Middle vs North Salinas High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 441 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harden Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,101 students
North Salinas High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,106 students
| Measure | Harden Middle Salinas, California | North Salinas High Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1044 of 1,334 | #943 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14215 of 15,369 | #14101 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,101 | 2,106 |
| Enrollment | 1,101 | 2,106 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.2 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 25% |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Salinas High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.4 vs 17.3).
- •North Salinas High does better on math proficiency (25% vs 19%).
- •North Salinas High does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 34%).
- •Harden Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.2% vs 93.5%).
- •North Salinas High does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 21.2).
- •North Salinas High is the larger school with 2,106 students compared with 1,101.
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 Harden Middle better than North Salinas High?
On the Success Index (US), North Salinas High ranks higher (26.4 vs 17.3 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 Harden Middle and North Salinas High?
About 441 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Harden Middle: 1,101. North Salinas High: 2,106. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Harden Middle and North Salinas High rank in California?
Harden Middle is 1044th of 1,334 and North Salinas High is 943rd of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).