American Canyon High vs Donaldson Way Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 2.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American Canyon High
American Canyon · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,720 students
Donaldson Way Elementary
American Canyon · Public elementary · Grades K–5
528 students
| Measure | American Canyon High American Canyon, California | Donaldson Way Elementary American Canyon, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 41 Lower 50% | 45 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #555 of 1,343 | #2207 of 5,693 |
| National rank | #10709 of 16,910 | #28838 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 1,720 | 528 |
| Enrollment | 1,720 | 528 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 56.3% | 65.5% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 26.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 53% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 49% |
| city | American Canyon | American Canyon |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Donaldson Way Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (44.6 vs 41.0).
- •Donaldson Way Elementary does better on math proficiency (49% vs 26%).
- •American Canyon High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 53%).
- •American Canyon High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (56.3% vs 65.5%).
- •American Canyon High does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 26.4).
- •American Canyon High is the larger school with 1,720 students compared with 528.
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 American Canyon High better than Donaldson Way Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Donaldson Way Elementary ranks higher (44.6 vs 41.0 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 American Canyon High and Donaldson Way Elementary?
About 2.3 km in a straight line, between American Canyon and American Canyon in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American Canyon High: 1,720. Donaldson Way Elementary: 528. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American Canyon High and Donaldson Way Elementary rank in California?
American Canyon High is 555th of 1,343 and Donaldson Way Elementary is 2207th of 5,693 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).