Obsidian Middle vs Pomo
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 4.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Obsidian Middle
Clearlake · Public middle · Grades 6–8
590 students
Pomo
Clearlake · Public elementary · Grades K–7
702 students
| Measure | Obsidian Middle Clearlake, California | Pomo Clearlake, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 19 Lower 50% | 7 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1001 of 1,334 | #5643 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #13977 of 15,369 | #50020 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades K–7 |
| Students | 590 | 702 |
| Enrollment | 590 | 702 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 76.9% | 85.3% |
| Students per teacher | 22.7 | 26.0 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 14% |
| Math proficiency | – | 7% |
| city | Clearlake | Clearlake |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Obsidian Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (18.8 vs 7.1).
- •Obsidian Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76.9% vs 85.3%).
- •Obsidian Middle does better on students per teacher (22.7 vs 26.0).
- •Pomo is the larger school with 702 students compared with 590.
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 Obsidian Middle better than Pomo?
On the Success Index (US), Obsidian Middle ranks higher (18.8 vs 7.1 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 Obsidian Middle and Pomo?
About 4.9 km in a straight line, between Clearlake and Clearlake in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Obsidian Middle: 590. Pomo: 702. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Obsidian Middle and Pomo rank in California?
Obsidian Middle is 1001st of 1,334 and Pomo is 5643rd of 5,693 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).