Hollencrest Middle vs Merlinda Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hollencrest Middle
West Covina · Public middle · Grades 6–8
737 students
Merlinda Elementary
West Covina · Public elementary · Grades K–6
460 students
| Measure | Hollencrest Middle West Covina, California | Merlinda Elementary West Covina, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #535 of 1,334 | #2621 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #9445 of 15,369 | #32623 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 737 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 737 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.9% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 55% |
| Math proficiency | 49% | 47% |
| city | West Covina | West Covina |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Hollencrest Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 39.0).
- •Hollencrest Middle does better on math proficiency (49% vs 47%).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on reading proficiency (55% vs 52%).
- •Hollencrest Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.9% vs 88.5%).
- •Merlinda Elementary does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.6).
- •Hollencrest Middle is the larger school with 737 students compared with 460.
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 Hollencrest Middle better than Merlinda Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Hollencrest Middle ranks higher (41.7 vs 39.0 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 Hollencrest Middle and Merlinda Elementary?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between West Covina and West Covina in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hollencrest Middle: 737. Merlinda Elementary: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hollencrest Middle and Merlinda Elementary rank in California?
Hollencrest Middle is 535th of 1,334 and Merlinda Elementary is 2621st of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).