Mark Twain Junior High vs Stephens Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 495 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mark Twain Junior High
Modesto · Public middle · Grades 7–8
658 students
Stephens Middle
Long Beach · Public middle · Grades 6–8
658 students
| Measure | Mark Twain Junior High Modesto, California | Stephens Middle Long Beach, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 9 Lower 50% | 25 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1291 of 1,334 | #837 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15189 of 15,369 | #12868 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 658 | 658 |
| Enrollment | 658 | 658 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 93.6% | 76.9% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 18.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 25% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 12% | 30% |
| city | Modesto | Long Beach |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Stephens Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (25.0 vs 8.7).
- •Stephens Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 12%).
- •Stephens Middle does better on reading proficiency (35% vs 25%).
- •Stephens Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 93.6%).
- •Stephens Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 21.9).
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 Mark Twain Junior High better than Stephens Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Stephens Middle ranks higher (25.0 vs 8.7 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 Mark Twain Junior High and Stephens Middle?
About 495 km in a straight line, between Modesto and Long Beach in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mark Twain Junior High: 658. Stephens Middle: 658. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mark Twain Junior High and Stephens Middle rank in California?
Mark Twain Junior High is 1291st of 1,334 and Stephens Middle is 837th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).