James B. Davidson Middle vs Short Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 860 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James B. Davidson Middle
San Rafael · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,052 students
Short Elementary
San Rafael · Public elementary · Grades K–K
91 students
| Measure | James B. Davidson Middle San Rafael, California | Short Elementary San Rafael, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 35 Lower 50% | 19 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #630 of 1,334 | #4474 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10896 of 15,369 | #45323 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–K |
| Students | 1,052 | 91 |
| Enrollment | 1,052 | 91 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 69.9% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 17.2 | 22.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 33% | 27% |
| city | San Rafael | San Rafael |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James B. Davidson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (34.8 vs 19.3).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on math proficiency (33% vs 27%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 22%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (69.9% vs 83.5%).
- •James B. Davidson Middle does better on students per teacher (17.2 vs 22.8).
- •James B. Davidson Middle is the larger school with 1,052 students compared with 91.
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 James B. Davidson Middle better than Short Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), James B. Davidson Middle ranks higher (34.8 vs 19.3 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 James B. Davidson Middle and Short Elementary?
About 860 m in a straight line, between San Rafael and San Rafael in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James B. Davidson Middle: 1,052. Short Elementary: 91. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James B. Davidson Middle and Short Elementary rank in California?
James B. Davidson Middle is 630th of 1,334 and Short Elementary is 4474th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).