Helms Middle vs Highland Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Helms Middle
San Pablo · Public middle · Grades 7–8
558 students
Highland Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
377 students
| Measure | Helms Middle San Pablo, California | Highland Elementary Richmond, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 24 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1281 of 1,334 | #3895 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #15165 of 15,369 | #42298 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 558 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 70.8% |
| Students per teacher | 22.3 | 20.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 22% | 33% |
| Math proficiency | 7% | 29% |
| city | San Pablo | Richmond |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Highland Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.0 vs 9.1).
- •Highland Elementary does better on math proficiency (29% vs 7%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on reading proficiency (33% vs 22%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.8% vs 81.9%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 22.3).
- •Helms Middle is the larger school with 558 students compared with 377.
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 Helms Middle better than Highland Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Highland Elementary ranks higher (24.0 vs 9.1 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 Helms Middle and Highland Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Pablo and Richmond in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Helms Middle: 558. Highland Elementary: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Helms Middle and Highland Elementary rank in California?
Helms Middle is 1281st of 1,334 and Highland Elementary is 3895th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).