Harper vs Horace Ensign Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Harper
Costa Mesa · Public other
Horace Ensign Intermediate
Newport Beach · Public middle · Grades 7–8
875 students
| Measure | Harper Costa Mesa, California | Horace Ensign Intermediate Newport Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | – Not rated | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | – | #256 of 1,334 |
| National rank | – | #4613 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Other | Middle |
| Year range | – | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | – | 875 |
| Enrollment | – | 875 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 47.2% |
| Students per teacher | – | 21.3 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 68% |
| Math proficiency | – | 58% |
| city | Costa Mesa | Newport Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
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 Harper better than Horace Ensign Intermediate?
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 Harper and Horace Ensign Intermediate?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Costa Mesa and Newport Beach in California.
How do Harper and Horace Ensign Intermediate rank in California?
Harper is unranked and Horace Ensign Intermediate is 256th of 1,334 among other schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).