Rancho San Joaquin Middle vs South Lake Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 641 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Rancho San Joaquin Middle
Irvine · Public middle · Grades 7–8
860 students
South Lake Middle
Irvine · Public middle · Grades 7–8
652 students
| Measure | Rancho San Joaquin Middle Irvine, California | South Lake Middle Irvine, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 81 Top 10% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #62 of 1,334 | #174 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1385 of 15,369 | #3132 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 860 | 652 |
| Enrollment | 860 | 652 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 22.3% | 34.2% |
| Students per teacher | 24.6 | 22.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 84% | 71% |
| Math proficiency | 83% | 65% |
| city | Irvine | Irvine |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Rancho San Joaquin Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (80.7 vs 71.0).
- •Rancho San Joaquin Middle does better on math proficiency (83% vs 65%).
- •Rancho San Joaquin Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 71%).
- •Rancho San Joaquin Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (22.3% vs 34.2%).
- •South Lake Middle does better on students per teacher (22.5 vs 24.6).
- •Rancho San Joaquin Middle is the larger school with 860 students compared with 652.
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 Rancho San Joaquin Middle better than South Lake Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Rancho San Joaquin Middle ranks higher (80.7 vs 71.0 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 Rancho San Joaquin Middle and South Lake Middle?
About 641 m in a straight line, between Irvine and Irvine in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle: 860. South Lake Middle: 652. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Rancho San Joaquin Middle and South Lake Middle rank in California?
Rancho San Joaquin Middle is 62nd of 1,334 and South Lake Middle is 174th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).