Henry T. Gage Middle vs Ranchero Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 97 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Henry T. Gage Middle
Huntington Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,139 students
Ranchero Middle
Hesperia · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,140 students
| Measure | Henry T. Gage Middle Huntington Park, California | Ranchero Middle Hesperia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1137 of 1,334 | #1123 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14580 of 15,369 | #14543 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 1,139 | 1,140 |
| Enrollment | 1,139 | 1,140 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 95.2% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 16% | 16% |
| city | Huntington Park | Hesperia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (14.9 vs 15.2).
- •Ranchero Middle does better on reading proficiency (32% vs 30%).
- •Ranchero Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.5% vs 95.2%).
- •Henry T. Gage Middle does better on students per teacher (17.0 vs 22.4).
- •Ranchero Middle is the larger school with 1,140 students compared with 1,139.
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 Henry T. Gage Middle better than Ranchero 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 Henry T. Gage Middle and Ranchero Middle?
About 97 km in a straight line, between Huntington Park and Hesperia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Henry T. Gage Middle: 1,139. Ranchero Middle: 1,140. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Henry T. Gage Middle and Ranchero Middle rank in California?
Henry T. Gage Middle is 1137th of 1,334 and Ranchero Middle is 1123rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).