James E. Potter Intermediate vs Norman L. Sullivan Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
James E. Potter Intermediate
Fallbrook · Public middle · Grades 7–8
828 students
Norman L. Sullivan Middle
Bonsall · Public middle · Grades 6–8
529 students
| Measure | James E. Potter Intermediate Fallbrook, California | Norman L. Sullivan Middle Bonsall, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #800 of 1,334 | #323 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12586 of 15,369 | #5865 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 828 | 529 |
| Enrollment | 828 | 529 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 54.6% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 55% |
| city | Fallbrook | Bonsall |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Norman L. Sullivan Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.2 vs 26.5).
- •Norman L. Sullivan Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 29%).
- •Norman L. Sullivan Middle does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 43%).
- •Norman L. Sullivan Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (54.6% vs 81.5%).
- •James E. Potter Intermediate does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 23.0).
- •James E. Potter Intermediate is the larger school with 828 students compared with 529.
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 E. Potter Intermediate better than Norman L. Sullivan Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Norman L. Sullivan Middle ranks higher (58.2 vs 26.5 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 E. Potter Intermediate and Norman L. Sullivan Middle?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between Fallbrook and Bonsall in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James E. Potter Intermediate: 828. Norman L. Sullivan Middle: 529. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James E. Potter Intermediate and Norman L. Sullivan Middle rank in California?
James E. Potter Intermediate is 800th of 1,334 and Norman L. Sullivan Middle is 323rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).