Joaquin Moraga Intermediate vs Stephens Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 569 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
Stephens Middle
Long Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Joaquin Moraga Intermediate Moraga, California | Stephens Middle Long Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #22 of 1,334 | #837 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #796 of 15,369 | #12868 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 658 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 6.1% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 84% | 30% |
| city | Moraga | Long Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.7 vs 25.0).
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate does better on math proficiency (84% vs 30%).
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (89% vs 35%).
- •Joaquin Moraga Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (6.1% vs 76.9%).
- •Stephens Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.9).
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 Stephens Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Joaquin Moraga Intermediate ranks higher (84.7 vs 25.0 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 Joaquin Moraga Intermediate and Stephens Middle?
About 569 km in a straight line, between Moraga and Long Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate: 658. Stephens Middle: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joaquin Moraga Intermediate and Stephens Middle rank in California?
Joaquin Moraga Intermediate is 22nd of 1,334 and Stephens Middle is 837th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).