Magnolia Science Academy Bell vs Orchard Academies 2B
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 0 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Magnolia Science Academy Bell
Bell · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
385 students
Orchard Academies 2B
Bell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
352 students
| Measure | Magnolia Science Academy Bell Bell, California | Orchard Academies 2B Bell, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #824 of 1,334 | #949 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12799 of 15,369 | #13658 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 385 | 352 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 352 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.1% | 92% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 43% | 34% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 24% |
| city | Bell | Bell |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Magnolia Science Academy Bell scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.3 vs 20.7).
- •Magnolia Science Academy Bell does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 34%).
- •Magnolia Science Academy Bell does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.1% vs 92%).
- •Orchard Academies 2B does better on students per teacher (16.8 vs 21.4).
- •Magnolia Science Academy Bell is the larger school with 385 students compared with 352.
- •Magnolia Science Academy Bell is a charter school while Orchard Academies 2B is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 Magnolia Science Academy Bell better than Orchard Academies 2B?
On the Success Index (US), Magnolia Science Academy Bell ranks higher (25.3 vs 20.7 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 Magnolia Science Academy Bell and Orchard Academies 2B?
About 0 m in a straight line, between Bell and Bell in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell: 385. Orchard Academies 2B: 352. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Magnolia Science Academy Bell and Orchard Academies 2B rank in California?
Magnolia Science Academy Bell is 824th of 1,334 and Orchard Academies 2B is 949th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).