Joseph Weller Elementary vs Thomas Russell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 552 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Joseph Weller Elementary
Milpitas · Public elementary · Grades K–6
412 students
Thomas Russell Middle
Milpitas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
761 students
| Measure | Joseph Weller Elementary Milpitas, California | Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1406 of 5,693 | #140 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #18720 of 50,301 | #2467 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 412 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.7% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 24.2 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 75% |
| city | Milpitas | Milpitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Russell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 59.2).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on math proficiency (75% vs 57%).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 62%).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 43.7%).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on students per teacher (23.8 vs 24.2).
- •Thomas Russell Middle is the larger school with 761 students compared with 412.
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 Joseph Weller Elementary better than Thomas Russell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Russell Middle ranks higher (74.4 vs 59.2 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 Joseph Weller Elementary and Thomas Russell Middle?
About 552 m in a straight line, between Milpitas and Milpitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Joseph Weller Elementary: 412. Thomas Russell Middle: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Joseph Weller Elementary and Thomas Russell Middle rank in California?
Joseph Weller Elementary is 1406th of 5,693 and Thomas Russell Middle is 140th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).