Torch Middle vs United for Success Academy Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in California, United States, 563 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Torch Middle
City Of Industry · Public middle · Grades 6–8
345 students
United for Success Academy Middle
Oakland · Public middle · Grades 6–8
347 students
| Measure | Torch Middle City Of Industry, California | United for Success Academy Middle Oakland, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 20 Lower 50% | 10 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #966 of 1,334 | #1268 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #13763 of 15,369 | #15122 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 345 | 347 |
| Enrollment | 345 | 347 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 90.1% | 98.6% |
| Students per teacher | 23.0 | 16.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 16% |
| Math proficiency | 21% | 12% |
| city | City Of Industry | Oakland |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Torch Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (20.1 vs 9.7).
- •Torch Middle does better on math proficiency (21% vs 12%).
- •Torch Middle does better on reading proficiency (42% vs 16%).
- •Torch Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (90.1% vs 98.6%).
- •United for Success Academy Middle does better on students per teacher (16.5 vs 23.0).
- •United for Success Academy Middle is the larger school with 347 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Torch Middle better than United for Success Academy Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Torch Middle ranks higher (20.1 vs 9.7 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 Torch Middle and United for Success Academy Middle?
About 563 km in a straight line, between City Of Industry and Oakland in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Torch Middle: 345. United for Success Academy Middle: 347. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Torch Middle and United for Success Academy Middle rank in California?
Torch Middle is 966th of 1,334 and United for Success Academy Middle is 1268th of 1,334 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).