Milpitas High vs Thomas Russell Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 418 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Milpitas High
Milpitas · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,926 students
Thomas Russell Middle
Milpitas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
761 students
| Measure | Milpitas High Milpitas, California | Thomas Russell Middle Milpitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 74 Top 25% |
| State rank | #165 of 1,343 | #140 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4387 of 16,910 | #2467 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 2,926 | 761 |
| Enrollment | 2,926 | 761 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44% | 38.8% |
| Students per teacher | 21.5 | 23.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 80% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 75% |
| city | Milpitas | Milpitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas Russell Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (74.4 vs 65.6).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on math proficiency (75% vs 62%).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on reading proficiency (80% vs 79%).
- •Thomas Russell Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.8% vs 44%).
- •Milpitas High does better on students per teacher (21.5 vs 23.8).
- •Milpitas High is the larger school with 2,926 students compared with 761.
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 Milpitas High better than Thomas Russell Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas Russell Middle ranks higher (74.4 vs 65.6 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 Milpitas High and Thomas Russell Middle?
About 418 m in a straight line, between Milpitas and Milpitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Milpitas High: 2,926. Thomas Russell Middle: 761. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Milpitas High and Thomas Russell Middle rank in California?
Milpitas High is 165th of 1,343 and Thomas Russell Middle is 140th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).