Royal Oak Middle vs Walter F. Dexter Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 20 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Royal Oak Middle
Covina · Public middle · Grades 7–8
610 students
Walter F. Dexter Middle
Whittier · Public middle · Grades 6–8
610 students
| Measure | Royal Oak Middle Covina, California | Walter F. Dexter Middle Whittier, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 26 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #524 of 1,334 | #807 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #9233 of 15,369 | #12626 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 610 | 610 |
| Enrollment | 610 | 610 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.1% | 86.7% |
| Students per teacher | 21.0 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 52% | 44% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 30% |
| city | Covina | Whittier |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Royal Oak Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (42.7 vs 26.3).
- •Royal Oak Middle does better on math proficiency (46% vs 30%).
- •Royal Oak Middle does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Royal Oak Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (74.1% vs 86.7%).
- •Royal Oak Middle does better on students per teacher (21.0 vs 21.8).
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 Royal Oak Middle better than Walter F. Dexter Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Royal Oak Middle ranks higher (42.7 vs 26.3 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 Royal Oak Middle and Walter F. Dexter Middle?
About 20 km in a straight line, between Covina and Whittier in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Royal Oak Middle: 610. Walter F. Dexter Middle: 610. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Royal Oak Middle and Walter F. Dexter Middle rank in California?
Royal Oak Middle is 524th of 1,334 and Walter F. Dexter Middle is 807th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).