Maya Lin vs Will C. Wood Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 1.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Maya Lin
Alameda · Public elementary · Grades K–5
475 students
Will C. Wood Middle
Alameda · Public middle · Grades 6–8
613 students
| Measure | Maya Lin Alameda, California | Will C. Wood Middle Alameda, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 47 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #2097 of 5,693 | #464 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #27483 of 50,301 | #8265 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 475 | 613 |
| Enrollment | 475 | 613 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.5% | 51.9% |
| Students per teacher | 26.4 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 55% |
| Math proficiency | – | 40% |
| city | Alameda | Alameda |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (46.6 vs 47.2).
- •Maya Lin does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.5% vs 51.9%).
- •Will C. Wood Middle does better on students per teacher (21.1 vs 26.4).
- •Will C. Wood Middle is the larger school with 613 students compared with 475.
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 Maya Lin better than Will C. Wood Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Maya Lin and Will C. Wood Middle?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Alameda and Alameda in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Maya Lin: 475. Will C. Wood Middle: 613. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Maya Lin and Will C. Wood Middle rank in California?
Maya Lin is 2097th of 5,693 and Will C. Wood Middle is 464th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).