Monument Middle vs Toddy Thomas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 8.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Monument Middle
Rio Dell · Public middle · Grades 6–8
91 students
Toddy Thomas Middle
Fortuna · Public middle · Grades 5–8
233 students
| Measure | Monument Middle Rio Dell, California | Toddy Thomas Middle Fortuna, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #771 of 1,334 | #793 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12358 of 15,369 | #12538 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 91 | 233 |
| Enrollment | 91 | 233 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 65.9% | 84.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.8 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 45% |
| Math proficiency | 22% | 25% |
| city | Rio Dell | Fortuna |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.7 vs 26.8).
- •Toddy Thomas Middle does better on math proficiency (25% vs 22%).
- •Toddy Thomas Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 37%).
- •Monument Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (65.9% vs 84.5%).
- •Toddy Thomas Middle does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.8).
- •Toddy Thomas Middle is the larger school with 233 students compared with 91.
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 Monument Middle better than Toddy Thomas 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 Monument Middle and Toddy Thomas Middle?
About 8.0 km in a straight line, between Rio Dell and Fortuna in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Monument Middle: 91. Toddy Thomas Middle: 233. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Monument Middle and Toddy Thomas Middle rank in California?
Monument Middle is 771st of 1,334 and Toddy Thomas Middle is 793rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).