Lake Elementary vs Middle College High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lake Elementary
San Pablo · Public elementary · Grades K–6
350 students
Middle College High
San Pablo · Public high · Grades 9–12
294 students
| Measure | Lake Elementary San Pablo, California | Middle College High San Pablo, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 56 Top 50% |
| State rank | #5450 of 5,693 | #304 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #49376 of 50,301 | #6884 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–6 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 350 | 294 |
| Enrollment | 350 | 294 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 84% | 65% |
| Students per teacher | 25.0 | 32.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 17% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 57% |
| city | San Pablo | San Pablo |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Middle College High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (55.6 vs 10.3).
- •Middle College High does better on math proficiency (57% vs 19%).
- •Middle College High does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 17%).
- •Middle College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65% vs 84%).
- •Lake Elementary does better on students per teacher (25.0 vs 32.7).
- •Lake Elementary is the larger school with 350 students compared with 294.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Lake Elementary better than Middle College High?
On the Success Index (US), Middle College High ranks higher (55.6 vs 10.3 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 Lake Elementary and Middle College High?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between San Pablo and San Pablo in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lake Elementary: 350. Middle College High: 294. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lake Elementary and Middle College High rank in California?
Lake Elementary is 5450th of 5,693 and Middle College High is 304th of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).