Jack G. Desmond Middle vs Thomas A. Edison Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 373 km 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
Thomas A. Edison Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
837 students
| Measure | Jack G. Desmond Middle Madera, California | Thomas A. Edison Middle Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1115 of 1,334 | #1194 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14525 of 15,369 | #14822 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 838 | 837 |
| Enrollment | 838 | 837 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 98.7% |
| Students per teacher | 18.6 | 17.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 34% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 22% |
| city | Madera | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (15.3 vs 12.9).
- •Thomas A. Edison Middle does better on math proficiency (22% vs 15%).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle does better on reading proficiency (34% vs 24%).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93.6% vs 98.7%).
- •Thomas A. Edison Middle does better on students per teacher (17.8 vs 18.6).
- •Jack G. Desmond Middle is the larger school with 838 students compared with 837.
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 Thomas A. Edison Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jack G. Desmond Middle ranks higher (15.3 vs 12.9 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 Thomas A. Edison Middle?
About 373 km in a straight line, between Madera and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jack G. Desmond Middle: 838. Thomas A. Edison Middle: 837. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jack G. Desmond Middle and Thomas A. Edison Middle rank in California?
Jack G. Desmond Middle is 1115th of 1,334 and Thomas A. Edison Middle is 1194th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).