Lairon College Preparatory Academy vs Pio Pico Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 480 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lairon College Preparatory Academy
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 4–8
253 students
Pio Pico Middle
Los Angeles · Public middle · Grades 6–8
253 students
| Measure | Lairon College Preparatory Academy San Jose, California | Pio Pico Middle Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 17 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1051 of 1,334 | #960 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14253 of 15,369 | #13718 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 253 | 253 |
| Enrollment | 253 | 253 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.8% | 96% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 16.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 18% | 27% |
| city | San Jose | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pio Pico Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.4 vs 17.1).
- •Pio Pico Middle does better on math proficiency (27% vs 18%).
- •Lairon College Preparatory Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.8% vs 96%).
- •Pio Pico Middle does better on students per teacher (16.9 vs 21.1).
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 Lairon College Preparatory Academy better than Pio Pico Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pio Pico Middle ranks higher (20.4 vs 17.1 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 Lairon College Preparatory Academy and Pio Pico Middle?
About 480 km in a straight line, between San Jose and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy: 253. Pio Pico Middle: 253. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lairon College Preparatory Academy and Pio Pico Middle rank in California?
Lairon College Preparatory Academy is 1051st of 1,334 and Pio Pico Middle is 960th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).