California Elem. vs California Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Missouri, United States, 120 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Elem.
California · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
504 students
California Middle
California · Public middle · Grades 5–8
394 students
| Measure | California Elem. California, Missouri | California Middle California, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 59 Top 50% | 66 Top 50% |
| State rank | #452 of 1,159 | #78 of 392 |
| National rank | #18825 of 50,301 | #4154 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Middle |
| Year range | Grades PK–4 | Grades 5–8 |
| Students | 504 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 504 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 46.8% | 39.8% |
| Students per teacher | 12.3 | 12.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 51% |
| Math proficiency | 48% | 55% |
| city | California | California |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 59.0).
- •California Middle does better on math proficiency (55% vs 48%).
- •California Middle does better on reading proficiency (51% vs 50%).
- •California Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.8% vs 46.8%).
- •California Elem. does better on students per teacher (12.3 vs 12.7).
- •California Elem. is the larger school with 504 students compared with 394.
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 California Elem. better than California Middle?
On the Success Index (US), California Middle ranks higher (66.1 vs 59.0 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 California Elem. and California Middle?
About 120 m in a straight line, between California and California in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Elem.: 504. California Middle: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Elem. and California Middle rank in Missouri?
California Elem. is 452nd of 1,159 and California Middle is 78th of 392 among elementary schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).