Orange Grove Elementary vs Walter F. Dexter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 931 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Orange Grove Elementary
Whittier · Public elementary · Grades K–5
324 students
Walter F. Dexter Middle
Whittier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
610 students
| Measure | Orange Grove Elementary Whittier, California | Walter F. Dexter Middle Whittier, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 26 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #3709 of 5,693 | #807 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #41157 of 50,301 | #12626 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 324 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 324 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 83.6% | 86.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.6 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 30% |
| city | Whittier | Whittier |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (25.9 vs 26.3).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on math proficiency (37% vs 30%).
- •Walter F. Dexter Middle does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 37%).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (83.6% vs 86.7%).
- •Orange Grove Elementary does better on students per teacher (21.6 vs 21.8).
- •Walter F. Dexter Middle is the larger school with 610 students compared with 324.
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 Orange Grove Elementary better than Walter F. Dexter Middle?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Orange Grove Elementary and Walter F. Dexter Middle?
About 931 m in a straight line, between Whittier and Whittier in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Orange Grove Elementary: 324. Walter F. Dexter Middle: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Orange Grove Elementary and Walter F. Dexter Middle rank in California?
Orange Grove Elementary is 3709th of 5,693 and Walter F. Dexter Middle is 807th of 1,334 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).