Lipman Middle vs Parkway Heights Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lipman Middle
Brisbane · Public middle · Grades 6–8
161 students
Parkway Heights Middle
South San Francisco · Public middle · Grades 6–8
573 students
| Measure | Lipman Middle Brisbane, California | Parkway Heights Middle South San Francisco, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #57 of 1,334 | #674 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1304 of 15,369 | #11430 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 161 | 573 |
| Enrollment | 161 | 573 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 18.6% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | – | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 24% |
| city | Brisbane | South San Francisco |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Lipman Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (81.2 vs 32.4).
- •Lipman Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 24%).
- •Lipman Middle does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 39%).
- •Lipman Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (18.6% vs 58.3%).
- •Parkway Heights Middle is the larger school with 573 students compared with 161.
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 Lipman Middle better than Parkway Heights Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Lipman Middle ranks higher (81.2 vs 32.4 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 Lipman Middle and Parkway Heights Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Brisbane and South San Francisco in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lipman Middle: 161. Parkway Heights Middle: 573. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lipman Middle and Parkway Heights Middle rank in California?
Lipman Middle is 57th of 1,334 and Parkway Heights Middle is 674th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).