Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High vs Golden Sierra Junior Senior High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 605 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High
Carson · Public high · Grades 9–12
438 students
Golden Sierra Junior Senior High
Garden Valley · Public high · Grades 7–12
436 students
| Measure | Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High Carson, California | Golden Sierra Junior Senior High Garden Valley, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 40 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #536 of 1,343 | #578 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10532 of 16,910 | #10890 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 7–12 |
| Students | 438 | 436 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 436 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 42.9% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 15.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 26% |
| city | Carson | Garden Valley |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 40.3).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 26%).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 43%).
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (42.9% vs 80.8%).
- •Golden Sierra Junior Senior High does better on students per teacher (15.6 vs 17.5).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High is the larger school with 438 students compared with 436.
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 Medical Arts at Carson High better than Golden Sierra Junior Senior High?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High ranks higher (41.7 vs 40.3 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 Medical Arts at Carson High and Golden Sierra Junior Senior High?
About 605 km in a straight line, between Carson and Garden Valley in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High: 438. Golden Sierra Junior Senior High: 436. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High and Golden Sierra Junior Senior High rank in California?
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High is 536th of 1,343 and Golden Sierra Junior Senior High is 578th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).