Lakeside Middle vs May Ranch Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lakeside Middle
Perris · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,076 students
May Ranch Elementary
Perris · Public elementary · Grades K–5
848 students
| Measure | Lakeside Middle Perris, California | May Ranch Elementary Perris, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 42 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #995 of 1,334 | #2387 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13941 of 15,369 | #30571 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,076 | 848 |
| Enrollment | 1,076 | 848 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 86.3% | 84.6% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 25.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 54% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 53% |
| city | Perris | Perris |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •May Ranch Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.1 vs 19.0).
- •May Ranch Elementary does better on math proficiency (53% vs 20%).
- •May Ranch Elementary does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 39%).
- •May Ranch Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (84.6% vs 86.3%).
- •Lakeside Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 25.7).
- •Lakeside Middle is the larger school with 1,076 students compared with 848.
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 Lakeside Middle better than May Ranch Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), May Ranch Elementary ranks higher (42.1 vs 19.0 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 Lakeside Middle and May Ranch Elementary?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Perris and Perris in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lakeside Middle: 1,076. May Ranch Elementary: 848. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lakeside Middle and May Ranch Elementary rank in California?
Lakeside Middle is 995th of 1,334 and May Ranch Elementary is 2387th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).