French Ford Middle School vs Pau Wa Lu Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Nevada, United States, 288 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
French Ford Middle School
Winnemucca · Public middle · Grades 5–6
438 students
Pau Wa Lu Middle School
Gardnerville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
460 students
| Measure | French Ford Middle School Winnemucca, Nevada | Pau Wa Lu Middle School Gardnerville, Nevada |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 25 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #53 of 106 | #22 of 106 |
| National rank | #12923 of 15,369 | #8875 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 5–6 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 438 | 460 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 460 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | – | 41.1% |
| Students per teacher | 20.9 | 19.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 50% |
| Math proficiency | 31% | 31% |
| city | Winnemucca | Gardnerville |
| state | Nevada | Nevada |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pau Wa Lu Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.3 vs 24.6).
- •Pau Wa Lu Middle School does better on reading proficiency (50% vs 37%).
- •Pau Wa Lu Middle School does better on students per teacher (19.2 vs 20.9).
- •Pau Wa Lu Middle School is the larger school with 460 students compared with 438.
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 French Ford Middle School better than Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Pau Wa Lu Middle School ranks higher (44.3 vs 24.6 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 French Ford Middle School and Pau Wa Lu Middle School?
About 288 km in a straight line, between Winnemucca and Gardnerville in Nevada.
Which has the better Enrollment?
French Ford Middle School: 438. Pau Wa Lu Middle School: 460. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do French Ford Middle School and Pau Wa Lu Middle School rank in Nevada?
French Ford Middle School is 53rd of 106 and Pau Wa Lu Middle School is 22nd of 106 among middle schools in Nevada on the 2025 Success Index (US).