Jack G. Desmond Middle vs Sherman Thomas Charter
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 961 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
Sherman Thomas Charter
Madera · Charter elementary · Grades K–8
233 students
| Measure | Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera, California | Sherman Thomas Charter Madera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1115 of 1,334 | #3829 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14525 of 15,369 | #41902 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–8 |
| Students | 838 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 65.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 23.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 27% |
| city | Madera | Madera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sherman Thomas Charter scores higher on the Success Index (US) (24.7 vs 15.3).
- •Sherman Thomas Charter does better on math proficiency (27% vs 15%).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 32%).
- •Sherman Thomas Charter does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.2% vs 93.6%).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle does better on students per teacher (18.6 vs 23.3).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle is the larger school with 838 students compared with 233.
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle is a public school while Sherman Thomas Charter is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Sherman Thomas Charter?
On the Success Index (US), Sherman Thomas Charter ranks higher (24.7 vs 15.3 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 Jack G. Desmond Middle and Sherman Thomas Charter?
About 961 m in a straight line, between Madera and Madera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack G. Desmond Middle: 838. Sherman Thomas Charter: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack G. Desmond Middle and Sherman Thomas Charter rank in California?
Jack G. Desmond Middle is 1115th of 1,334 and Sherman Thomas Charter is 3829th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).