Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate vs Seaside Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 108 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate
Half Moon Bay · Public middle · Grades 6–8
521 students
Seaside Middle
Seaside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
521 students
| Measure | Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate Half Moon Bay, California | Seaside Middle Seaside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 12 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #523 of 1,334 | #1231 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #9225 of 15,369 | #14963 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 521 | 521 |
| Enrollment | 521 | 521 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 27.4% | 83.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.7 | 20.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 25% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 11% |
| city | Half Moon Bay | Seaside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 11.5).
- •Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate does better on math proficiency (30% vs 11%).
- •Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 25%).
- •Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (27.4% vs 83.5%).
- •Seaside Middle does better on students per teacher (20.0 vs 21.7).
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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate better than Seaside Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate ranks higher (42.7 vs 11.5 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 Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate and Seaside Middle?
About 108 km in a straight line, between Half Moon Bay and Seaside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate: 521. Seaside Middle: 521. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate and Seaside Middle rank in California?
Manuel F. Cunha Intermediate is 523rd of 1,334 and Seaside Middle is 1231st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).