Raymond J. Fisher Middle vs Union Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Raymond J. Fisher Middle
Los Gatos · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,015 students
Union Middle
San Jose · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,068 students
| Measure | Raymond J. Fisher Middle Los Gatos, California | Union Middle San Jose, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 83 Top 10% |
| State rank | #43 of 1,334 | #36 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #1116 of 15,369 | #1038 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 1,015 | 1,068 |
| Enrollment | 1,015 | 1,068 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 5.6% | 7.8% |
| Students per teacher | 18.8 | 24.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 75% | 84% |
| Math proficiency | 75% | 82% |
| city | Los Gatos | San Jose |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (82.5 vs 83.0).
- •Union Middle does better on math proficiency (82% vs 75%).
- •Union Middle does better on reading proficiency (84% vs 75%).
- •Raymond J. Fisher Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (5.6% vs 7.8%).
- •Raymond J. Fisher Middle does better on students per teacher (18.8 vs 24.3).
- •Union Middle is the larger school with 1,068 students compared with 1,015.
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 Raymond J. Fisher Middle better than Union 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 Raymond J. Fisher Middle and Union Middle?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Los Gatos and San Jose in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Raymond J. Fisher Middle: 1,015. Union Middle: 1,068. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Raymond J. Fisher Middle and Union Middle rank in California?
Raymond J. Fisher Middle is 43rd of 1,334 and Union Middle is 36th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).