Menifee Valley Middle vs Ruth Musser Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 61 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Menifee Valley Middle
Menifee · Public middle · Grades 6–8
941 students
Ruth Musser Middle
Rancho Cucamonga · Public middle · Grades 5–8
941 students
| Measure | Menifee Valley Middle Menifee, California | Ruth Musser Middle Rancho Cucamonga, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 45 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #484 of 1,334 | #489 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #8678 of 15,369 | #8795 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 941 | 941 |
| Enrollment | 941 | 941 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 62.5% | 68.7% |
| Students per teacher | 24.1 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 56% | 59% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 42% |
| city | Menifee | Rancho Cucamonga |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (45.2 vs 44.7).
- •Menifee Valley Middle does better on math proficiency (43% vs 42%).
- •Ruth Musser Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 56%).
- •Menifee Valley Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (62.5% vs 68.7%).
- •Ruth Musser Middle does better on students per teacher (23.0 vs 24.1).
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 Menifee Valley Middle better than Ruth Musser 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 Menifee Valley Middle and Ruth Musser Middle?
About 61 km in a straight line, between Menifee and Rancho Cucamonga in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Menifee Valley Middle: 941. Ruth Musser Middle: 941. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Menifee Valley Middle and Ruth Musser Middle rank in California?
Menifee Valley Middle is 484th of 1,334 and Ruth Musser Middle is 489th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).