Hillsdale Middle vs Oak Grove Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 7.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hillsdale Middle
El Cajon · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,481 students
Oak Grove Middle
Jamul · Public middle · Grades 6–8
215 students
| Measure | Hillsdale Middle El Cajon, California | Oak Grove Middle Jamul, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #454 of 1,334 | #494 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8141 of 15,369 | #8857 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,481 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 1,481 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 39.1% |
| Students per teacher | 22.1 | 19.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 45% | 31% |
| city | El Cajon | Jamul |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hillsdale Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 44.4).
- •Hillsdale Middle does better on math proficiency (45% vs 31%).
- •Hillsdale Middle does better on reading proficiency (63% vs 47%).
- •Oak Grove Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.1% vs 73.3%).
- •Oak Grove Middle does better on students per teacher (19.5 vs 22.1).
- •Hillsdale Middle is the larger school with 1,481 students compared with 215.
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 Hillsdale Middle better than Oak Grove Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Hillsdale Middle ranks higher (47.7 vs 44.4 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 Hillsdale Middle and Oak Grove Middle?
About 7.1 km in a straight line, between El Cajon and Jamul in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hillsdale Middle: 1,481. Oak Grove Middle: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hillsdale Middle and Oak Grove Middle rank in California?
Hillsdale Middle is 454th of 1,334 and Oak Grove Middle is 494th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).