Richland Junior High vs Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 374 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Richland Junior High
Shafter · Public middle · Grades 7–8
558 students
Thomas R. Pollicita Middle
Daly City · Public middle · Grades 6–8
558 students
| Measure | Richland Junior High Shafter, California | Thomas R. Pollicita Middle Daly City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1031 of 1,334 | #578 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14148 of 15,369 | #10010 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 558 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 558 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.4% | 46.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 20.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 29% | 46% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 31% |
| city | Shafter | Daly City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (39.2 vs 17.7).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on math proficiency (31% vs 21%).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 29%).
- •Thomas R. Pollicita Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (46.2% vs 91.4%).
- •Richland Junior High does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 20.7).
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 Richland Junior High better than Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thomas R. Pollicita Middle ranks higher (39.2 vs 17.7 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 Richland Junior High and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle?
About 374 km in a straight line, between Shafter and Daly City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Richland Junior High: 558. Thomas R. Pollicita Middle: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Richland Junior High and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle rank in California?
Richland Junior High is 1031st of 1,334 and Thomas R. Pollicita Middle is 578th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).