John Muir Middle vs KIPP Scholar Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 585 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
John Muir Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
624 students
KIPP Scholar Academy
Los Angeles · Charter middle · Grades 5–8
434 students
| Measure | John Muir Middle Los Angeles, California | KIPP Scholar Academy Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 7 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1312 of 1,334 | #681 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15251 of 15,369 | #11550 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 624 | 434 |
| Enrollment | 624 | 434 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 98.7% | 83.6% |
| Students per teacher | 18.4 | 24.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 19% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 37% |
| city | Los Angeles | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •KIPP Scholar Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.8 vs 7.4).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on math proficiency (37% vs 8%).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 19%).
- •KIPP Scholar Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 98.7%).
- •John Muir Middle does better on students per teacher (18.4 vs 24.1).
- •John Muir Middle is the larger school with 624 students compared with 434.
- •John Muir Middle is a public school while KIPP Scholar Academy is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Muir Middle better than KIPP Scholar Academy?
On the Success Index (US), KIPP Scholar Academy ranks higher (31.8 vs 7.4 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 Muir Middle and KIPP Scholar Academy?
About 585 m in a straight line, between Los Angeles and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
John Muir Middle: 624. KIPP Scholar Academy: 434. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do John Muir Middle and KIPP Scholar Academy rank in California?
John Muir Middle is 1312th of 1,334 and KIPP Scholar Academy is 681st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).