Marco Forster Middle vs OCASA College Prep
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marco Forster Middle
San Juan Capistrano · Public middle · Grades 6–8
930 students
OCASA College Prep
San Juan Capistrano · Charter high · Grades 6–12
83 students
| Measure | Marco Forster Middle San Juan Capistrano, California | OCASA College Prep San Juan Capistrano, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 67 Top 25% |
| State rank | #553 of 1,334 | #144 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #9702 of 15,369 | #4022 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 930 | 83 |
| Enrollment | 930 | 83 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 75.1% | 33.7% |
| Students per teacher | 20.7 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 53% | – |
| Math proficiency | 41% | – |
| city | San Juan Capistrano | San Juan Capistrano |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •OCASA College Prep scores higher on the Success Index (US) (67.2 vs 40.5).
- •OCASA College Prep does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (33.7% vs 75.1%).
- •OCASA College Prep does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 20.7).
- •Marco Forster Middle is the larger school with 930 students compared with 83.
- •Marco Forster Middle is a public school while OCASA College Prep is a charter 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 Marco Forster Middle better than OCASA College Prep?
On the Success Index (US), OCASA College Prep ranks higher (67.2 vs 40.5 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 Marco Forster Middle and OCASA College Prep?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between San Juan Capistrano and San Juan Capistrano in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marco Forster Middle: 930. OCASA College Prep: 83. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marco Forster Middle and OCASA College Prep rank in California?
Marco Forster Middle is 553rd of 1,334 and OCASA College Prep is 144th of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).