Academy of Careers and Exploration vs Altus Schools East County
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 217 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Careers and Exploration
Helendale · Charter high · Grades 7–12
285 students
Altus Schools East County
El Cajon · Charter high · Grades 7–12
287 students
| Measure | Academy of Careers and Exploration Helendale, California | Altus Schools East County El Cajon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 38 Lower 50% | 27 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #622 of 1,343 | #936 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #11389 of 16,910 | #14065 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Charter | Charter |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 285 | 287 |
| Enrollment | 285 | 287 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 45.3% | 73.2% |
| Students per teacher | 20.4 | 35.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 17% | 12% |
| city | Helendale | El Cajon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration scores higher on the Success Index (US) (38.2 vs 26.5).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on math proficiency (17% vs 12%).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (45.3% vs 73.2%).
- •Academy of Careers and Exploration does better on students per teacher (20.4 vs 35.9).
- •Altus Schools East County is the larger school with 287 students compared with 285.
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 Academy of Careers and Exploration better than Altus Schools East County?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Careers and Exploration ranks higher (38.2 vs 26.5 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 Academy of Careers and Exploration and Altus Schools East County?
About 217 km in a straight line, between Helendale and El Cajon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Careers and Exploration: 285. Altus Schools East County: 287. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Careers and Exploration and Altus Schools East County rank in California?
Academy of Careers and Exploration is 622nd of 1,343 and Altus Schools East County is 936th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).