Kermit McKenzie Intermediate vs New Brighton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 256 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kermit McKenzie Intermediate
Guadalupe · Public middle · Grades 4–8
585 students
New Brighton Middle
Capitola · Public middle · Grades 6–8
585 students
| Measure | Kermit McKenzie Intermediate Guadalupe, California | New Brighton Middle Capitola, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 12 Lower 50% | 63 Top 50% |
| State rank | #1211 of 1,334 | #280 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14883 of 15,369 | #4891 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 585 | 585 |
| Enrollment | 585 | 585 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.9% | 30.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.3 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 67% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 46% |
| city | Guadalupe | Capitola |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •New Brighton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.7 vs 12.2).
- •New Brighton Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 12%).
- •New Brighton Middle does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 25%).
- •New Brighton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 87.9%).
- •Kermit McKenzie Intermediate does better on students per teacher (18.3 vs 21.7).
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 Kermit McKenzie Intermediate better than New Brighton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), New Brighton Middle ranks higher (62.7 vs 12.2 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 Kermit McKenzie Intermediate and New Brighton Middle?
About 256 km in a straight line, between Guadalupe and Capitola in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kermit McKenzie Intermediate: 585. New Brighton Middle: 585. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kermit McKenzie Intermediate and New Brighton Middle rank in California?
Kermit McKenzie Intermediate is 1211th of 1,334 and New Brighton Middle is 280th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).