Highland Elementary vs Middle College High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 804 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Highland Elementary
Richmond · Public elementary · Grades K–6
377 students
Middle College High
San Pablo · Public high · Grades 9–12
294 students
| Measure | Highland Elementary Richmond, California | Middle College High San Pablo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #3895 of 5,693 | #304 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #42298 of 50,301 | #6884 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 377 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 377 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.8% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 32.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 57% |
| city | Richmond | San Pablo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 24.0).
- •Middle College High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 29%).
- •Middle College High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 33%).
- •Middle College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 70.8%).
- •Highland Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.9 vs 32.7).
- •Highland Elementary is the larger school with 377 students compared with 294.
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 Highland Elementary better than Middle College High?
On the Success Index (US), Middle College High ranks higher (55.6 vs 24.0 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 Highland Elementary and Middle College High?
About 804 m in a straight line, between Richmond and San Pablo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Highland Elementary: 377. Middle College High: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Highland Elementary and Middle College High rank in California?
Highland Elementary is 3895th of 5,693 and Middle College High is 304th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).