Jefferson Middle vs Madrona Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jefferson Middle
Torrance · Public middle · Grades 6–8
674 students
Madrona Middle
Torrance · Public middle · Grades 6–8
678 students
| Measure | Jefferson Middle Torrance, California | Madrona Middle Torrance, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 64 Top 50% |
| State rank | #180 of 1,334 | #250 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #3256 of 15,369 | #4538 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 674 | 678 |
| Enrollment | 674 | 678 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 26.8% |
| Students per teacher | 27.0 | 27.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 73% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 54% |
| city | Torrance | Torrance |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jefferson Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (70.4 vs 64.3).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on math proficiency (62% vs 54%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on reading proficiency (73% vs 62%).
- •Madrona Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.8% vs 32.2%).
- •Jefferson Middle does better on students per teacher (27.0 vs 27.1).
- •Madrona Middle is the larger school with 678 students compared with 674.
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 Madrona Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Jefferson Middle ranks higher (70.4 vs 64.3 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 Jefferson Middle and Madrona Middle?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Torrance and Torrance in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jefferson Middle: 674. Madrona Middle: 678. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jefferson Middle and Madrona Middle rank in California?
Jefferson Middle is 180th of 1,334 and Madrona Middle is 250th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).