Myrtle Avenue Elementary vs Portola Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 189 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Myrtle Avenue Elementary
Lamont · Public middle · Grades 4–6
422 students
Portola Middle
Orange · Public middle · Grades 7–8
422 students
| Measure | Myrtle Avenue Elementary Lamont, California | Portola Middle Orange, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 23 Lower 50% | 16 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #887 of 1,334 | #1105 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13273 of 15,369 | #14497 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 4–6 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 422 | 422 |
| Enrollment | 422 | 422 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.2% | 91.5% |
| Students per teacher | 21.1 | 21.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 32% |
| Math proficiency | 24% | 22% |
| city | Lamont | Orange |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Myrtle Avenue Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (22.8 vs 15.5).
- •Myrtle Avenue Elementary does better on math proficiency (24% vs 22%).
- •Myrtle Avenue Elementary does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 32%).
- •Myrtle Avenue Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (78.2% vs 91.5%).
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 Myrtle Avenue Elementary better than Portola Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Myrtle Avenue Elementary ranks higher (22.8 vs 15.5 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 Myrtle Avenue Elementary and Portola Middle?
About 189 km in a straight line, between Lamont and Orange in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Myrtle Avenue Elementary: 422. Portola Middle: 422. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Myrtle Avenue Elementary and Portola Middle rank in California?
Myrtle Avenue Elementary is 887th of 1,334 and Portola Middle is 1105th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).