New Vision Middle vs Serrano Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Vision Middle
Highland · Charter middle · Grades 6–8
460 students
Serrano Middle
Highland · Public middle · Grades 7–8
716 students
| Measure | New Vision Middle Highland, California | Serrano Middle Highland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 6 Lower 50% | 23 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1332 of 1,334 | #881 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15301 of 15,369 | #13235 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Charter | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 460 | 716 |
| Enrollment | 460 | 716 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 92.9% |
| Students per teacher | 30.7 | 17.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 20% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 6% | 19% |
| city | Highland | Highland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Serrano Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (23.0 vs 5.7).
- •Serrano Middle does better on math proficiency (19% vs 6%).
- •Serrano Middle does better on reading proficiency (43% vs 20%).
- •New Vision Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (91.3% vs 92.9%).
- •Serrano Middle does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 30.7).
- •Serrano Middle is the larger school with 716 students compared with 460.
- •New Vision Middle is a charter school while Serrano Middle is a public school, so fees and admission rules differ.
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 New Vision Middle better than Serrano Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Serrano Middle ranks higher (23.0 vs 5.7 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 New Vision Middle and Serrano Middle?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Highland and Highland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Vision Middle: 460. Serrano Middle: 716. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Vision Middle and Serrano Middle rank in California?
New Vision Middle is 1332nd of 1,334 and Serrano Middle is 881st of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).