American High vs Thornton Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 870 m 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
Thornton Middle
Fremont · Public middle · Grades 6–8
1,972 students
| Measure | American High Fremont, California | Thornton Middle Fremont, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 75 Top 25% | 77 Top 25% |
| State rank | #56 of 1,343 | #114 of 1,334 |
| National rank | #2066 of 16,910 | #2028 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 2,618 | 1,972 |
| Enrollment | 2,618 | 1,972 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 24.9% | 24.1% |
| Students per teacher | 25.4 | 25.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 88% | 76% |
| Math proficiency | 70% | 74% |
| city | Fremont | Fremont |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Thornton Middle scores higher on the Success Index (US) (76.9 vs 75.3).
- •Thornton Middle does better on math proficiency (74% vs 70%).
- •American High does better on reading proficiency (88% vs 76%).
- •Thornton Middle does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (24.1% vs 24.9%).
- •Thornton Middle does better on students per teacher (25.3 vs 25.4).
- •American High is the larger school with 2,618 students compared with 1,972.
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 Thornton Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Thornton Middle ranks higher (76.9 vs 75.3 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 Thornton Middle?
About 870 m in a straight line, between Fremont and Fremont in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
American High: 2,618. Thornton Middle: 1,972. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do American High and Thornton Middle rank in California?
American High is 56th of 1,343 and Thornton Middle is 114th of 1,334 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).