Lucille Whitehead Intermediate vs Richard M. Moon Primary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 237 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate
Waterford · Public middle · Grades 4–6
355 students
Richard M. Moon Primary
Waterford · Public elementary · Grades K–3
510 students
| Measure | Lucille Whitehead Intermediate Waterford, California | Richard M. Moon Primary Waterford, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 22 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #916 of 1,334 | #4218 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13496 of 15,369 | #44051 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades K–3 |
| Students | 355 | 510 |
| Enrollment | 355 | 510 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 88.7% | 89.8% |
| Students per teacher | 27.3 | 23.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 32% |
| city | Waterford | Waterford |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (21.7 vs 21.3).
- •Richard M. Moon Primary does better on math proficiency (32% vs 24%).
- •Lucille Whitehead Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 37%).
- •Lucille Whitehead Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (88.7% vs 89.8%).
- •Richard M. Moon Primary does better on students per teacher (23.2 vs 27.3).
- •Richard M. Moon Primary is the larger school with 510 students compared with 355.
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 Lucille Whitehead Intermediate better than Richard M. Moon Primary?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Lucille Whitehead Intermediate and Richard M. Moon Primary?
About 237 m in a straight line, between Waterford and Waterford in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate: 355. Richard M. Moon Primary: 510. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lucille Whitehead Intermediate and Richard M. Moon Primary rank in California?
Lucille Whitehead Intermediate is 916th of 1,334 and Richard M. Moon Primary is 4218th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).