McKinley Institute of Technology vs North Star Academy
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 37 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
McKinley Institute of Technology
Redwood City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
476 students
North Star Academy
Redwood City · Public middle · Grades 3–8
527 students
| Measure | McKinley Institute of Technology Redwood City, California | North Star Academy Redwood City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 85 Top 10% |
| State rank | #814 of 1,334 | #23 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12716 of 15,369 | #808 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 3–8 |
| Students | 476 | 527 |
| Enrollment | 476 | 527 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 92.2% | 8.7% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 96% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 96% |
| city | Redwood City | Redwood City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •North Star Academy scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.6 vs 25.8).
- •North Star Academy does better on math proficiency (96% vs 28%).
- •North Star Academy does better on reading proficiency (96% vs 47%).
- •North Star Academy does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (8.7% vs 92.2%).
- •McKinley Institute of Technology does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 26.4).
- •North Star Academy is the larger school with 527 students compared with 476.
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 McKinley Institute of Technology better than North Star Academy?
On the Success Index (US), North Star Academy ranks higher (84.6 vs 25.8 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 McKinley Institute of Technology and North Star Academy?
About 37 m in a straight line, between Redwood City and Redwood City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
McKinley Institute of Technology: 476. North Star Academy: 527. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do McKinley Institute of Technology and North Star Academy rank in California?
McKinley Institute of Technology is 814th of 1,334 and North Star Academy is 23rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).