Anaheim High vs Pacifica High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 123 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anaheim High
Anaheim · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,667 students
Pacifica High
Oxnard · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,675 students
| Measure | Anaheim High Anaheim, California | Pacifica High Oxnard, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 18 Lower 50% | 21 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #1179 of 1,343 | #1079 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #15680 of 16,910 | #15066 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 2,667 | 2,675 |
| Enrollment | 2,667 | 2,675 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.2% | 81.2% |
| Students per teacher | 23.6 | 23.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 44% | 43% |
| Math proficiency | 15% | 20% |
| city | Anaheim | Oxnard |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Pacifica High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (21.3 vs 17.5).
- •Pacifica High does better on math proficiency (20% vs 15%).
- •Anaheim High does better on reading proficiency (44% vs 43%).
- •Pacifica High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.2% vs 94.2%).
- •Anaheim High does better on students per teacher (23.6 vs 23.9).
- •Pacifica High is the larger school with 2,675 students compared with 2,667.
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 Anaheim High better than Pacifica High?
On the Success Index (US), Pacifica High ranks higher (21.3 vs 17.5 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 Anaheim High and Pacifica High?
About 123 km in a straight line, between Anaheim and Oxnard in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anaheim High: 2,667. Pacifica High: 2,675. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anaheim High and Pacifica High rank in California?
Anaheim High is 1179th of 1,343 and Pacifica High is 1079th of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).