Sierra Vista Middle vs Torch Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 2.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Sierra Vista Middle
Baldwin Park · Public middle · Grades 6–8
709 students
Torch Middle
City Of Industry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
345 students
| Measure | Sierra Vista Middle Baldwin Park, California | Torch Middle City Of Industry, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 27 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #797 of 1,334 | #966 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #12554 of 15,369 | #13763 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 709 | 345 |
| Enrollment | 709 | 345 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 91.3% | 90.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.3 | 23.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 21% |
| city | Baldwin Park | City Of Industry |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sierra Vista Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (26.7 vs 20.1).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on math proficiency (30% vs 21%).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 42%).
- •Torch Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 91.3%).
- •Sierra Vista Middle does better on students per teacher (20.3 vs 23.0).
- •Sierra Vista Middle is the larger school with 709 students compared with 345.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Sierra Vista Middle better than Torch Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Sierra Vista Middle ranks higher (26.7 vs 20.1 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 Sierra Vista Middle and Torch Middle?
About 2.2 km in a straight line, between Baldwin Park and City Of Industry in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Sierra Vista Middle: 709. Torch Middle: 345. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Sierra Vista Middle and Torch Middle rank in California?
Sierra Vista Middle is 797th of 1,334 and Torch Middle is 966th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).