Hilliard Comstock Middle vs Sycamore Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 136 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hilliard Comstock Middle
Santa Rosa · Public middle · Grades 7–8
423 students
Sycamore Middle
Gridley · Public middle · Grades 6–8
423 students
| Measure | Hilliard Comstock Middle Santa Rosa, California | Sycamore Middle Gridley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1258 of 1,334 | #640 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15089 of 15,369 | #11067 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 423 | 423 |
| Enrollment | 423 | 423 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 73% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 49% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 33% |
| city | Santa Rosa | Gridley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sycamore Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.1 vs 10.1).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 6%).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on reading proficiency (49% vs 21%).
- •Sycamore Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73% vs 86.3%).
- •Hilliard Comstock Middle does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 21.2).
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 Hilliard Comstock Middle better than Sycamore Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sycamore Middle ranks higher (34.1 vs 10.1 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 Hilliard Comstock Middle and Sycamore Middle?
About 136 km in a straight line, between Santa Rosa and Gridley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hilliard Comstock Middle: 423. Sycamore Middle: 423. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hilliard Comstock Middle and Sycamore Middle rank in California?
Hilliard Comstock Middle is 1258th of 1,334 and Sycamore Middle is 640th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).