American High vs James Logan High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 3.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
American High
Fremont · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,618 students
James Logan High
Union City · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,096 students
| Measure | American High Fremont, California | James Logan High Union City, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 1,343 | #340 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #2066 of 16,910 | #7566 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,618 | 3,096 |
| Enrollment | 2,618 | 3,096 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 52.8% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 24.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 74% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 44% |
| city | Fremont | Union City |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •American High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (75.3 vs 53.1).
- •American High does better on math proficiency (70% vs 44%).
- •American High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 74%).
- •American High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.9% vs 52.8%).
- •James Logan High does better on students per teacher (24.2 vs 25.4).
- •James Logan High is the larger school with 3,096 students compared with 2,618.
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 High better than James Logan High?
On the Success Index (US), American High ranks higher (75.3 vs 53.1 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 High and James Logan High?
About 3.1 km in a straight line, between Fremont and Union City in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American High: 2,618. James Logan High: 3,096. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American High and James Logan High rank in California?
American High is 56th of 1,343 and James Logan High is 340th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).