Alta Sierra Intermediate vs Buchanan High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 438 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Alta Sierra Intermediate
Clovis · Public middle · Grades 7–8
1,374 students
Buchanan High
Clovis · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,551 students
| Measure | Alta Sierra Intermediate Clovis, California | Buchanan High Clovis, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #183 of 1,334 | #123 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #3295 of 15,369 | #3470 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,374 | 2,551 |
| Enrollment | 1,374 | 2,551 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.4% | 35.2% |
| Students per teacher | 22.9 | 21.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 88% |
| Math proficiency | 61% | 55% |
| city | Clovis | Clovis |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.2 vs 69.3).
- •Alta Sierra Intermediate does better on math proficiency (61% vs 55%).
- •Buchanan High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 79%).
- •Buchanan High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (35.2% vs 39.4%).
- •Buchanan High does better on students per teacher (21.8 vs 22.9).
- •Buchanan High is the larger school with 2,551 students compared with 1,374.
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 Alta Sierra Intermediate better than Buchanan High?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Alta Sierra Intermediate and Buchanan High?
About 438 m in a straight line, between Clovis and Clovis in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Alta Sierra Intermediate: 1,374. Buchanan High: 2,551. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Alta Sierra Intermediate and Buchanan High rank in California?
Alta Sierra Intermediate is 183rd of 1,334 and Buchanan High is 123rd of 1,343 among middle schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).