Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences vs Rivera Middle
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.
Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences
Pico Rivera · Public elementary · Grades K–5
376 students
Rivera Middle
Pico Rivera · Public middle · Grades 6–8
544 students
| Measure | Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences Pico Rivera, California | Rivera Middle Pico Rivera, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #4072 of 5,693 | #1099 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #43229 of 50,301 | #14466 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 376 | 544 |
| Enrollment | 376 | 544 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.2% | 86.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.9 | 22.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 40% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 22% |
| city | Pico Rivera | Pico Rivera |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.6 vs 15.8).
- •Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences does better on math proficiency (28% vs 22%).
- •Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences does better on reading proficiency (40% vs 32%).
- •Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.2% vs 86.9%).
- •Rivera Middle does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 26.9).
- •Rivera Middle is the larger school with 544 students compared with 376.
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 Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences better than Rivera Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences ranks higher (22.6 vs 15.8 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 Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences and Rivera Middle?
About 1.4 km in a straight line, between Pico Rivera and Pico Rivera in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences: 376. Rivera Middle: 544. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences and Rivera Middle rank in California?
Magee Academy of Arts & Sciences is 4072nd of 5,693 and Rivera Middle is 1099th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).