Mills Middle vs White Rock Elementary
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.
Mills Middle
Rancho Cordova · Public middle · Grades 6–8
886 students
White Rock Elementary
Rancho Cordova · Public elementary · Grades K–5
381 students
| Measure | Mills Middle Rancho Cordova, California | White Rock Elementary Rancho Cordova, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 18 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1139 of 1,334 | #4629 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #14583 of 15,369 | #46149 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 886 | 381 |
| Enrollment | 886 | 381 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 82.8% | 89.2% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 20.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 19% | 28% |
| city | Rancho Cordova | Rancho Cordova |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •White Rock Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (17.9 vs 14.9).
- •White Rock Elementary does better on math proficiency (28% vs 19%).
- •White Rock Elementary does better on reading proficiency (31% vs 29%).
- •Mills Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (82.8% vs 89.2%).
- •White Rock Elementary does better on students per teacher (20.1 vs 21.1).
- •Mills Middle is the larger school with 886 students compared with 381.
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 Mills Middle better than White Rock Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), White Rock Elementary ranks higher (17.9 vs 14.9 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 Mills Middle and White Rock Elementary?
About 1.5 km in a straight line, between Rancho Cordova and Rancho Cordova in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mills Middle: 886. White Rock Elementary: 381. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mills Middle and White Rock Elementary rank in California?
Mills Middle is 1139th of 1,334 and White Rock Elementary is 4629th of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).