James E. Potter Intermediate vs Sequoia Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 439 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
Sequoia Middle
Fresno · Public middle · Grades 7–8
829 students
| Measure | James E. Potter Intermediate Fallbrook, California | Sequoia Middle Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #800 of 1,334 | #1142 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12586 of 15,369 | #14589 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 828 | 829 |
| Enrollment | 828 | 829 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 95.4% |
| Students per teacher | 21.8 | 19.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 24% |
| city | Fallbrook | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •James E. Potter Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.5 vs 14.9).
- •James E. Potter Intermediate does better on math proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •James E. Potter Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 28%).
- •James E. Potter Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 95.4%).
- •Sequoia Middle does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.8).
- •Sequoia Middle is the larger school with 829 students compared with 828.
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 Sequoia Middle?
On the Success Index (US), James E. Potter Intermediate ranks higher (26.5 vs 14.9 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 James E. Potter Intermediate and Sequoia Middle?
About 439 km in a straight line, between Fallbrook and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
James E. Potter Intermediate: 828. Sequoia Middle: 829. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do James E. Potter Intermediate and Sequoia Middle rank in California?
James E. Potter Intermediate is 800th of 1,334 and Sequoia Middle is 1142nd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).