Marston Middle vs Pacific Beach Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 4.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Marston Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
702 students
Pacific Beach Middle
San Diego · Public middle · Grades 6–8
715 students
| Measure | Marston Middle San Diego, California | Pacific Beach Middle San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 1,334 | #294 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #6957 of 15,369 | #5238 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 702 | 715 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 715 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 20.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 52% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacific Beach Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.1 vs 53.2).
- •Pacific Beach Middle does better on math proficiency (52% vs 48%).
- •Pacific Beach Middle does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Pacific Beach Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (41.1% vs 47.6%).
- •Pacific Beach Middle does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 21.9).
- •Pacific Beach Middle is the larger school with 715 students compared with 702.
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 Marston Middle better than Pacific Beach Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pacific Beach Middle ranks higher (61.1 vs 53.2 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 Marston Middle and Pacific Beach Middle?
About 4.0 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marston Middle: 702. Pacific Beach Middle: 715. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marston Middle and Pacific Beach Middle rank in California?
Marston Middle is 375th of 1,334 and Pacific Beach Middle is 294th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).