Canandaigua Middle School vs Marcus Whitman Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in New York, United States, 14 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Canandaigua Middle School
Canandaigua · Public middle · Grades 6–8
687 students
Marcus Whitman Middle School
Rushville · Public middle · Grades 6–8
245 students
| Measure | Canandaigua Middle School Canandaigua, New York | Marcus Whitman Middle School Rushville, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 76 Top 25% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #160 of 785 | #401 of 785 |
| National rank | #2244 of 15,369 | #7461 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 687 | 245 |
| Enrollment | 687 | 245 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 38.4% | 40.8% |
| Students per teacher | 8.4 | 8.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 60% | 37% |
| city | Canandaigua | Rushville |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Canandaigua Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.6 vs 50.9).
- •Canandaigua Middle School does better on math proficiency (60% vs 37%).
- •Canandaigua Middle School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 37%).
- •Canandaigua Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (38.4% vs 40.8%).
- •Marcus Whitman Middle School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 8.4).
- •Canandaigua Middle School is the larger school with 687 students compared with 245.
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 Canandaigua Middle School better than Marcus Whitman Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Canandaigua Middle School ranks higher (75.6 vs 50.9 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 Canandaigua Middle School and Marcus Whitman Middle School?
About 14 km in a straight line, between Canandaigua and Rushville in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Canandaigua Middle School: 687. Marcus Whitman Middle School: 245. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Canandaigua Middle School and Marcus Whitman Middle School rank in New York?
Canandaigua Middle School is 160th of 785 and Marcus Whitman Middle School is 401st of 785 among middle schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).