Terrace Hills Middle vs University Heights Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Terrace Hills Middle
Grand Terrace · Public middle · Grades 7–8
852 students
University Heights Middle
Riverside · Public middle · Grades 7–8
870 students
| Measure | Terrace Hills Middle Grand Terrace, California | University Heights Middle Riverside, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1021 of 1,334 | #983 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #14083 of 15,369 | #13871 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 7–8 |
| Students | 852 | 870 |
| Enrollment | 852 | 870 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 79.5% | 91.4% |
| Students per teacher | 22.4 | 22.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 35% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 20% | 20% |
| city | Grand Terrace | Riverside |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •University Heights Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (19.5 vs 18.2).
- •University Heights Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 35%).
- •Terrace Hills Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.5% vs 91.4%).
- •Terrace Hills Middle does better on students per teacher (22.4 vs 22.9).
- •University Heights Middle is the larger school with 870 students compared with 852.
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 Terrace Hills Middle better than University Heights Middle?
On the Success Index (US), University Heights Middle ranks higher (19.5 vs 18.2 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 Terrace Hills Middle and University Heights Middle?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between Grand Terrace and Riverside in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Terrace Hills Middle: 852. University Heights Middle: 870. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Terrace Hills Middle and University Heights Middle rank in California?
Terrace Hills Middle is 1021st of 1,334 and University Heights Middle is 983rd of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).