California Middle vs Sedalia Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Missouri, United States, 57 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
California Middle
California · Public middle · Grades 5–8
394 students
Sedalia Middle School
Sedalia · Public middle · Grades 5–5
396 students
| Measure | California Middle California, Missouri | Sedalia Middle School Sedalia, Missouri |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 66 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #78 of 392 | #155 of 392 |
| National rank | #4154 of 15,369 | #6609 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades 5–5 |
| Students | 394 | 396 |
| Enrollment | 394 | 396 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.8% | 63.6% |
| Students per teacher | 12.7 | 14.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 51% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 55% | 55% |
| city | California | Sedalia |
| state | Missouri | Missouri |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •California Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.1 vs 54.8).
- •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 63.6%).
- •California Middle does better on students per teacher (12.7 vs 14.7).
- •Sedalia Middle School is the larger school with 396 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 Middle better than Sedalia Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), California Middle ranks higher (66.1 vs 54.8 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 Middle and Sedalia Middle School?
About 57 km in a straight line, between California and Sedalia in Missouri.
Which has the better Enrollment?
California Middle: 394. Sedalia Middle School: 396. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do California Middle and Sedalia Middle School rank in Missouri?
California Middle is 78th of 392 and Sedalia Middle School is 155th of 392 among middle schools in Missouri on the 2025 Success Index (US).