Jefferson Middle vs Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 129 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle
Oceanside · Public middle · Grades 6–8
441 students
Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
441 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle Oceanside, California | Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 14 Lower 50% | 13 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1170 of 1,334 | #1186 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14732 of 15,369 | #14794 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 441 | 441 |
| Enrollment | 441 | 441 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93% | 94.6% |
| Students per teacher | 19.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 24% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 12% |
| city | Oceanside | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (13.7 vs 13.2).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on math proficiency (18% vs 12%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on reading proficiency (29% vs 24%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (93% vs 94.6%).
- •Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle does better on students per teacher (15.8 vs 19.2).
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 Jefferson Middle better than Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Jefferson Middle and Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle?
About 129 km in a straight line, between Oceanside and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle: 441. Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle: 441. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle and Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle rank in California?
Jefferson Middle is 1170th of 1,334 and Johnnie Cochran Jr. Middle is 1186th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).