Joaquin Moraga Intermediate vs Orinda Intermediate
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate
Moraga · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
Orinda Intermediate
Orinda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
822 students
| Measure | Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga, California | Orinda Intermediate Orinda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 86 Top 5% |
| State rank | #22 of 1,334 | #16 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #796 of 15,369 | #697 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 658 | 822 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 822 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.1% | 3.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 85% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 81% |
| city | Moraga | Orinda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (84.7 vs 85.5).
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate does better on math proficiency (84% vs 81%).
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 85%).
- •Orinda Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (3.8% vs 6.1%).
- •Orinda Intermediate does better on students per teacher (19.1 vs 21.9).
- •Orinda Intermediate is the larger school with 822 students compared with 658.
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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate better than Orinda Intermediate?
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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate and Orinda Intermediate?
About 3.2 km in a straight line, between Moraga and Orinda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate: 658. Orinda Intermediate: 822. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joaquin Moraga Intermediate and Orinda Intermediate rank in California?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is 22nd of 1,334 and Orinda Intermediate is 16th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).