Academy of the Canyons vs West Ranch High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 2.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Academy of the Canyons
Santa Clarita · Public high · Grades 9–12
385 students
West Ranch High
Valencia · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,777 students
| Measure | Academy of the Canyons Santa Clarita, California | West Ranch High Valencia, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 83 Top 10% | 78 Top 10% |
| State rank | #9 of 1,343 | #35 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #920 of 16,910 | #1588 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 385 | 1,777 |
| Enrollment | 385 | 1,777 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 15.3% | 12.5% |
| Students per teacher | 29.6 | 24.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 97.5% | 89% |
| Math proficiency | 92% | 69% |
| city | Santa Clarita | Valencia |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Academy of the Canyons scores higher on the Success Index (US) (82.6 vs 78.0).
- •Academy of the Canyons does better on math proficiency (92% vs 69%).
- •Academy of the Canyons does better on reading proficiency (97.5% vs 89%).
- •West Ranch High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (12.5% vs 15.3%).
- •West Ranch High does better on students per teacher (24.7 vs 29.6).
- •West Ranch High is the larger school with 1,777 students compared with 385.
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 the Canyons better than West Ranch High?
On the Success Index (US), Academy of the Canyons ranks higher (82.6 vs 78.0 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 the Canyons and West Ranch High?
About 2.4 km in a straight line, between Santa Clarita and Valencia in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Academy of the Canyons: 385. West Ranch High: 1,777. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Academy of the Canyons and West Ranch High rank in California?
Academy of the Canyons is 9th of 1,343 and West Ranch High is 35th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).