Matthew Gage Middle vs Sierra Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Matthew Gage Middle
Riverside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
840 students
Sierra Middle
Riverside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
829 students
| Measure | Matthew Gage Middle Riverside, California | Sierra Middle Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #700 of 1,334 | #975 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #11676 of 15,369 | #13806 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 840 | 829 |
| Enrollment | 840 | 829 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 70.1% | 88.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 22.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 29% | 21% |
| city | Riverside | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Matthew Gage Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.3 vs 19.9).
- •Matthew Gage Middle does better on math proficiency (29% vs 21%).
- •Matthew Gage Middle does better on reading proficiency (47% vs 41%).
- •Matthew Gage Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (70.1% vs 88.5%).
- •Matthew Gage Middle does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 22.4).
- •Matthew Gage Middle is the larger school with 840 students compared with 829.
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 Matthew Gage Middle better than Sierra Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Matthew Gage Middle ranks higher (31.3 vs 19.9 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 Matthew Gage Middle and Sierra Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Riverside and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Matthew Gage Middle: 840. Sierra Middle: 829. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Matthew Gage Middle and Sierra Middle rank in California?
Matthew Gage Middle is 700th of 1,334 and Sierra Middle is 975th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).