John Gutierrez Middle vs Rancho San Juan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 441 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Gutierrez Middle
Salinas · Public middle · Grades 6–8
568 students
Rancho San Juan High
Salinas · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,600 students
| Measure | John Gutierrez Middle Salinas, California | Rancho San Juan High Salinas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 24 Lower 50% | 17 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #868 of 1,334 | #1205 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #13119 of 15,369 | #15803 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 568 | 1,600 |
| Enrollment | 568 | 1,600 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.5% | 84.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.6 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | – |
| Math proficiency | 18% | – |
| city | Salinas | Salinas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •John Gutierrez Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.5 vs 16.8).
- •John Gutierrez Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.5% vs 84.1%).
- •John Gutierrez Middle does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 21.1).
- •Rancho San Juan High is the larger school with 1,600 students compared with 568.
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 John Gutierrez Middle better than Rancho San Juan High?
On the Success Index (US), John Gutierrez Middle ranks higher (23.5 vs 16.8 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 John Gutierrez Middle and Rancho San Juan High?
About 441 m in a straight line, between Salinas and Salinas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Gutierrez Middle: 568. Rancho San Juan High: 1,600. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Gutierrez Middle and Rancho San Juan High rank in California?
John Gutierrez Middle is 868th of 1,334 and Rancho San Juan High is 1205th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).