Lathrop High School vs West Valley High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Alaska, United States, 4.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Lathrop High School
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 9–12
788 students
West Valley High School
Fairbanks · Public high · Grades 9–12
782 students
| Measure | Lathrop High School Fairbanks, Alaska | West Valley High School Fairbanks, Alaska |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 49 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #25 of 49 | #19 of 49 |
| National rank | #11479 of 16,910 | #8610 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 788 | 782 |
| Enrollment | 788 | 782 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 32.2% | 21.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 19.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 26% | 41% |
| Math proficiency | 30% | 39% |
| city | Fairbanks | Fairbanks |
| state | Alaska | Alaska |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Valley High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.2 vs 37.9).
- •West Valley High School does better on math proficiency (39% vs 30%).
- •West Valley High School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 26%).
- •West Valley High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (21.1% vs 32.2%).
- •Lathrop High School does better on students per teacher (17.5 vs 19.1).
- •Lathrop High School is the larger school with 788 students compared with 782.
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 Lathrop High School better than West Valley High School?
On the Success Index (US), West Valley High School ranks higher (49.2 vs 37.9 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 Lathrop High School and West Valley High School?
About 4.7 km in a straight line, between Fairbanks and Fairbanks in Alaska.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Lathrop High School: 788. West Valley High School: 782. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Lathrop High School and West Valley High School rank in Alaska?
Lathrop High School is 25th of 49 and West Valley High School is 19th of 49 among high schools in Alaska on the 2025 Success Index (US).