Mesa Middle vs Oceano Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mesa Middle
Arroyo Grande · Public middle · Grades 7–8
474 students
Oceano Elementary
Oceano · Public elementary · Grades K–6
377 students
| Measure | Mesa Middle Arroyo Grande, California | Oceano Elementary Oceano, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #704 of 1,334 | #3566 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #11716 of 15,369 | #40281 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades K–6 |
| Students | 474 | 377 |
| Enrollment | 474 | 377 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.8% | 90.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 18.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 38% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 38% |
| city | Arroyo Grande | Oceano |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mesa Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.1 vs 27.2).
- •Oceano Elementary does better on math proficiency (38% vs 31%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 38%).
- •Mesa Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (73.8% vs 90.7%).
- •Oceano Elementary does better on students per teacher (18.0 vs 19.8).
- •Mesa Middle is the larger school with 474 students compared with 377.
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 Mesa Middle better than Oceano Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Mesa Middle ranks higher (31.1 vs 27.2 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 Mesa Middle and Oceano Elementary?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Arroyo Grande and Oceano in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mesa Middle: 474. Oceano Elementary: 377. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mesa Middle and Oceano Elementary rank in California?
Mesa Middle is 704th of 1,334 and Oceano Elementary is 3566th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).