Arcata Elementary vs Arcata High
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in California, United States, 727 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Arcata Elementary
Arcata · Public elementary · Grades K–5
240 students
Arcata High
Arcata · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,007 students
| Measure | Arcata Elementary Arcata, California | Arcata High Arcata, California |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 42 Lower 50% | 58 Top 50% |
| State rank | #2389 of 5,693 | #261 of 1,343 |
| National rank | #30604 of 50,301 | #6226 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades K–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 240 | 1,007 |
| Enrollment | 240 | 1,007 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 78.8% | 40.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 19.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 75% |
| Math proficiency | 47% | 38% |
| city | Arcata | Arcata |
| state | California | California |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Arcata High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (58.3 vs 42.0).
- •Arcata Elementary does better on math proficiency (47% vs 38%).
- •Arcata High does better on reading proficiency (75% vs 47%).
- •Arcata High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (40.3% vs 78.8%).
- •Arcata Elementary does better on students per teacher (16.0 vs 19.4).
- •Arcata High is the larger school with 1,007 students compared with 240.
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 Arcata Elementary better than Arcata High?
On the Success Index (US), Arcata High ranks higher (58.3 vs 42.0 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 Arcata Elementary and Arcata High?
About 727 m in a straight line, between Arcata and Arcata in California.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Arcata Elementary: 240. Arcata High: 1,007. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Arcata Elementary and Arcata High rank in California?
Arcata Elementary is 2389th of 5,693 and Arcata High is 261st of 1,343 among elementary schools in California on the 2025 Success Index (US).