Anderson High vs West Valley Early College High
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in California, United States, 10 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Anderson High
Anderson · Public high · Grades 9–12
562 students
West Valley Early College High
Cottonwood · Public high · Grades 9–12
736 students
| Measure | Anderson High Anderson, California | West Valley Early College High Cottonwood, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 41 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #446 of 1,343 | #563 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #8993 of 16,910 | #10758 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 562 | 736 |
| Enrollment | 562 | 736 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.2% | 47.1% |
| Students per teacher | 23.4 | 22.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 57% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Anderson | Cottonwood |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Anderson High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.7 vs 40.9).
- •Anderson High does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Anderson High does better on reading proficiency (67% vs 57%).
- •West Valley Early College High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (47.1% vs 53.2%).
- •West Valley Early College High does better on students per teacher (22.3 vs 23.4).
- •West Valley Early College High is the larger school with 736 students compared with 562.
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 Anderson High better than West Valley Early College High?
On the Success Index (US), Anderson High ranks higher (47.7 vs 40.9 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 Anderson High and West Valley Early College High?
About 10 km in a straight line, between Anderson and Cottonwood in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Anderson High: 562. West Valley Early College High: 736. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Anderson High and West Valley Early College High rank in California?
Anderson High is 446th of 1,343 and West Valley Early College High is 563rd of 1,343 among high schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).