Alhambra High vs McLane High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 333 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alhambra High
Alhambra · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,056 students
McLane High
Fresno · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,056 students
| Measure | Alhambra High Alhambra, California | McLane High Fresno, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 15 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #329 of 1,343 | #1257 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #7360 of 16,910 | #16129 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,056 | 2,056 |
| Enrollment | 2,056 | 2,056 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 48% | 93.3% |
| Students per teacher | 21.4 | 19.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 69% | 35% |
| Math proficiency | 43% | 10% |
| city | Alhambra | Fresno |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Alhambra High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (53.8 vs 14.5).
- •Alhambra High does better on math proficiency (43% vs 10%).
- •Alhambra High does better on reading proficiency (69% vs 35%).
- •Alhambra High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (48% vs 93.3%).
- •McLane High does better on students per teacher (19.6 vs 21.4).
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 Alhambra High better than McLane High?
On the Success Index (US), Alhambra High ranks higher (53.8 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 Alhambra High and McLane High?
About 333 km in a straight line, between Alhambra and Fresno in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alhambra High: 2,056. McLane High: 2,056. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alhambra High and McLane High rank in California?
Alhambra High is 329th of 1,343 and McLane High is 1257th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).