Parsons Junior High vs Toyon Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 295 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Parsons Junior High
Redding · Public middle · Grades 6–8
522 students
Toyon Middle
Valley Springs · Public middle · Grades 6–8
522 students
| Measure | Parsons Junior High Redding, California | Toyon Middle Valley Springs, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #760 of 1,334 | #815 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12288 of 15,369 | #12722 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 522 | 522 |
| Enrollment | 522 | 522 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.3% | 56.1% |
| Students per teacher | 19.3 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 31% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 28% |
| city | Redding | Valley Springs |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Parsons Junior High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.1 vs 25.8).
- •Parsons Junior High does better on math proficiency (30% vs 28%).
- •Parsons Junior High does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 31%).
- •Toyon Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.1% vs 79.3%).
- •Parsons Junior High does better on students per teacher (19.3 vs 21.8).
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 Parsons Junior High better than Toyon Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Parsons Junior High ranks higher (28.1 vs 25.8 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 Parsons Junior High and Toyon Middle?
About 295 km in a straight line, between Redding and Valley Springs in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Parsons Junior High: 522. Toyon Middle: 522. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Parsons Junior High and Toyon Middle rank in California?
Parsons Junior High is 760th of 1,334 and Toyon Middle is 815th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).