La Quinta Middle vs Sierra Vista Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 162 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
La Quinta Middle
La Quinta · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
Sierra Vista Middle
Baldwin Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
| Measure | La Quinta Middle La Quinta, California | Sierra Vista Middle Baldwin Park, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #886 of 1,334 | #797 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13271 of 15,369 | #12554 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 709 | 709 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 709 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 85.3% | 91.3% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 20.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 30% |
| city | La Quinta | Baldwin Park |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.7 vs 22.8).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 40%).
- •La Quinta Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (85.3% vs 91.3%).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 23.6).
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 La Quinta Middle better than Sierra Vista Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Middle ranks higher (26.7 vs 22.8 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 La Quinta Middle and Sierra Vista Middle?
About 162 km in a straight line, between La Quinta and Baldwin Park in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
La Quinta Middle: 709. Sierra Vista Middle: 709. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do La Quinta Middle and Sierra Vista Middle rank in California?
La Quinta Middle is 886th of 1,334 and Sierra Vista Middle is 797th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).