Pinon Mesa Middle vs Quail Valley Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 11 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Pinon Mesa Middle
Phelan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
835 students
Quail Valley Middle
Phelan · Public middle · Grades 6–8
870 students
| Measure | Pinon Mesa Middle Phelan, California | Quail Valley Middle Phelan, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 28 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #765 of 1,334 | #789 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12323 of 15,369 | #12498 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 835 | 870 |
| Enrollment | 835 | 870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 80.5% |
| Students per teacher | 22.0 | 21.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 39% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Phelan | Phelan |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (27.9 vs 27.0).
- •Pinon Mesa Middle does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Quail Valley Middle does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 39%).
- •Pinon Mesa Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (77.2% vs 80.5%).
- •Quail Valley Middle does better on students per teacher (21.2 vs 22.0).
- •Quail Valley Middle is the larger school with 870 students compared with 835.
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 Pinon Mesa Middle better than Quail Valley 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 Pinon Mesa Middle and Quail Valley Middle?
About 11 km in a straight line, between Phelan and Phelan in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Pinon Mesa Middle: 835. Quail Valley Middle: 870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Pinon Mesa Middle and Quail Valley Middle rank in California?
Pinon Mesa Middle is 765th of 1,334 and Quail Valley Middle is 789th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).