Jack G. Desmond Middle vs Matilda Torres High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 779 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jack G. Desmond Middle
Madera · Public middle · Grades 7–8
838 students
Matilda Torres High
Madera · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,017 students
| Measure | Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera, California | Matilda Torres High Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 14 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1115 of 1,334 | #1259 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #14525 of 15,369 | #16151 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 838 | 2,017 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 2,017 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 89.9% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 20.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | – |
| Math proficiency | 15% | – |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (15.3 vs 14.4).
- •Matilda Torres High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.9% vs 93.6%).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 20.6).
- •Matilda Torres High is the larger school with 2,017 students compared with 838.
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 Jack G. Desmond Middle better than Matilda Torres High?
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 Jack G. Desmond Middle and Matilda Torres High?
About 779 m in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack G. Desmond Middle: 838. Matilda Torres High: 2,017. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack G. Desmond Middle and Matilda Torres High rank in California?
Jack G. Desmond Middle is 1115th of 1,334 and Matilda Torres High is 1259th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).