New Vista Middle vs Pinon Mesa Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
New Vista Middle
Lancaster · Public middle · Grades 6–8
835 students
Pinon Mesa Middle
Phelan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
835 students
| Measure | New Vista Middle Lancaster, California | Pinon Mesa Middle Phelan, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 10 Lower 50% | 28 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1270 of 1,334 | #765 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #15128 of 15,369 | #12323 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 835 | 835 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 835 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 77.2% |
| Students per teacher | 18.2 | 22.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 21% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 8% | 35% |
| city | Lancaster | Phelan |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pinon Mesa Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (27.9 vs 9.6).
- •Pinon Mesa Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 8%).
- •Pinon Mesa Middle does better on reading proficiency (39% vs 21%).
- •Pinon Mesa Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.2% vs 91.3%).
- •New Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (18.2 vs 22.0).
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 Vista Middle better than Pinon Mesa Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Pinon Mesa Middle ranks higher (27.9 vs 9.6 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 New Vista Middle and Pinon Mesa Middle?
About 57 km in a straight line, between Lancaster and Phelan in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
New Vista Middle: 835. Pinon Mesa Middle: 835. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do New Vista Middle and Pinon Mesa Middle rank in California?
New Vista Middle is 1270th of 1,334 and Pinon Mesa Middle is 765th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).