Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High vs Horace Mann UCLA Community
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 17 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
Horace Mann UCLA Community
Los Angeles · Public high · Grades 6–12
440 students
| Measure | Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High Carson, California | Horace Mann UCLA Community Los Angeles, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #536 of 1,343 | #1255 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #10532 of 16,910 | #16125 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–12 |
| Students | 438 | 440 |
| Enrollment | 438 | 440 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 80.8% | 95% |
| Students per teacher | 17.5 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 13% |
| Math proficiency | 27% | 5% |
| city | Carson | Los Angeles |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (41.7 vs 14.5).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High does better on math proficiency (27% vs 5%).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 13%).
- •Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (80.8% vs 95%).
- •Horace Mann UCLA Community does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 17.5).
- •Horace Mann UCLA Community is the larger school with 440 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 Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High better than Horace Mann UCLA Community?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High ranks higher (41.7 vs 14.5 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 Medical Arts at Carson High and Horace Mann UCLA Community?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Carson and Los Angeles in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High: 438. Horace Mann UCLA Community: 440. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High and Horace Mann UCLA Community rank in California?
Academy of Medical Arts at Carson High is 536th of 1,343 and Horace Mann UCLA Community is 1255th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).