Niguel Hills Middle vs Rancho Milpitas Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 574 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Niguel Hills Middle
Laguna Niguel · Public middle · Grades 6–8
693 students
Rancho Milpitas Middle
Milpitas · Public middle · Grades 7–8
693 students
| Measure | Niguel Hills Middle Laguna Niguel, California | Rancho Milpitas Middle Milpitas, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 65 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #248 of 1,334 | #236 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #4499 of 15,369 | #4268 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 693 | 693 |
| Enrollment | 693 | 693 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 44.6% | 43.7% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 21.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 63% | 69% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 59% |
| city | Laguna Niguel | Milpitas |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho Milpitas Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (65.6 vs 64.5).
- •Niguel Hills Middle does better on math proficiency (61% vs 59%).
- •Rancho Milpitas Middle does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 63%).
- •Rancho Milpitas Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.7% vs 44.6%).
- •Niguel Hills Middle does better on students per teacher (19.8 vs 21.7).
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 Niguel Hills Middle better than Rancho Milpitas Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho Milpitas Middle ranks higher (65.6 vs 64.5 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 Niguel Hills Middle and Rancho Milpitas Middle?
About 574 km in a straight line, between Laguna Niguel and Milpitas in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Niguel Hills Middle: 693. Rancho Milpitas Middle: 693. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Niguel Hills Middle and Rancho Milpitas Middle rank in California?
Niguel Hills Middle is 248th of 1,334 and Rancho Milpitas Middle is 236th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).