Marston Middle vs Toler Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.3 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
Toler Elementary
San Diego · Public elementary · Grades K–5
235 students
| Measure | Marston Middle San Diego, California | Toler Elementary San Diego, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 53 Top 50% | 61 Top 50% |
| State rank | #375 of 1,334 | #1298 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #6957 of 15,369 | #17321 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 702 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 702 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 47.6% | 54% |
| Students per teacher | 21.9 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 62% |
| city | San Diego | San Diego |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Toler Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.3 vs 53.2).
- •Toler Elementary does better on math proficiency (62% vs 48%).
- •Toler Elementary does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 56%).
- •Marston Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.6% vs 54%).
- •Toler Elementary does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 21.9).
- •Marston Middle is the larger school with 702 students compared with 235.
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 Toler Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Toler Elementary ranks higher (61.3 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 Toler Elementary?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between San Diego and San Diego in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Marston Middle: 702. Toler Elementary: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Marston Middle and Toler Elementary rank in California?
Marston Middle is 375th of 1,334 and Toler Elementary is 1298th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).