Ranchos Middle vs William Sheppard Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 179 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Ranchos Middle
Madera · Public middle · Grades 7–8
452 students
William Sheppard Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
451 students
| Measure | Ranchos Middle Madera, California | William Sheppard Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 52 Top 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #383 of 1,334 | #713 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #7133 of 15,369 | #11841 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 452 | 451 |
| Enrollment | 452 | 451 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 36.7% | 71.4% |
| Students per teacher | 23.8 | 17.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 59% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 29% |
| city | Madera | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Ranchos Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (52.3 vs 30.5).
- •Ranchos Middle does better on math proficiency (38% vs 29%).
- •Ranchos Middle does better on reading proficiency (59% vs 41%).
- •Ranchos Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (36.7% vs 71.4%).
- •William Sheppard Middle does better on students per teacher (17.3 vs 23.8).
- •Ranchos Middle is the larger school with 452 students compared with 451.
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 Ranchos Middle better than William Sheppard Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Ranchos Middle ranks higher (52.3 vs 30.5 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 Ranchos Middle and William Sheppard Middle?
About 179 km in a straight line, between Madera and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Ranchos Middle: 452. William Sheppard Middle: 451. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Ranchos Middle and William Sheppard Middle rank in California?
Ranchos Middle is 383rd of 1,334 and William Sheppard Middle is 713th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).