Marshall Middle vs Wangenheim Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marshall Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,390 students
Wangenheim Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
703 students
| Measure | Marshall Middle San Diego, California | Wangenheim Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 77 Top 25% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #111 of 1,334 | #437 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1940 of 15,369 | #7930 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,390 | 703 |
| Enrollment | 1,390 | 703 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 21.7% | 67.6% |
| Students per teacher | 26.2 | 25.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 78% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 72% | 47% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Marshall Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (77.3 vs 48.7).
- •Marshall Middle does better on math proficiency (72% vs 47%).
- •Marshall Middle does better on reading proficiency (78% vs 62%).
- •Marshall Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.7% vs 67.6%).
- •Wangenheim Middle does better on students per teacher (25.1 vs 26.2).
- •Marshall Middle is the larger school with 1,390 students compared with 703.
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 Marshall Middle better than Wangenheim Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Marshall Middle ranks higher (77.3 vs 48.7 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 Marshall Middle and Wangenheim Middle?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marshall Middle: 1,390. Wangenheim Middle: 703. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marshall Middle and Wangenheim Middle rank in California?
Marshall Middle is 111th of 1,334 and Wangenheim Middle is 437th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).